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A historical review of the medicinal uses of Fennel in Persian Medicine
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Jamile Khoshsourat   , Narges Tajik * |
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This study aims to investigate the historical medicinal applications of Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare Mill.) in classical Persian medical texts. Key sources analyzed in this comparative study include Al-Hawi fi al-Tibb by Muhammad ibn Zakariyyā al-Rāzī, Al-Qanun fi al-Tibb by Avicenna, Al-Abnyia 'an Haqa'iq al-Adwiya by Abu Mansur Muwaffaq Harawi, Zakhireye Khwarazmshahi by Sayyid Isma'il Jurjani and Makhzan al-Adwiya by Aqili Khorasani. Conducted through a qualitative, historical-analytical approach, the research extracted data on plant parts used, methods of administration, target ailments, and the temperamental characteristics of Fennel. Findings indicate that Fennel, characterized by a warm and dry temperament in Persian medicine, held a prominent status and was traditionally employed to treat gastrointestinal, respiratory, and visual disorders, as well as to promote lactation, regulate menstruation, and eliminate toxins. Differences in the emphasis on specific uses across the sources reflect the diverse perspectives and clinical experiences of Persian medical scholars. Comparative analysis with modern pharmacological evidence may provide a foundation for the scientific and clinical application of Fennel in complementary medicine and traditional pharmaceutics. |
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| Keywords: Foeniculum, History of Medicine, Persian Medicine, Pharmacology |
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Memorial article: Review Article |
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Received: 2025/07/15 | Accepted: 2025/08/2
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