Hardy Anise Shrub (Illicium Parviflorum) is a perennial shrub in the Schisandraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or full_sun (with moist soil) light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Illicium parviflorum is a large, upright, dense, evergreen shrub or small tree in the Schisandraceae family, known for its aromatic foliage and star-shaped flowers.