@MasterFofo - Just to clarify- seems they are talking about Aniseed and not Star Anise (Illicium verum). Similar flavor profile, and they can be substituted sometimes, but not all times - summary of the difference is here - https://www.spiceography.com/star-anise-vs-anise-seed/
@Mweeheehee huh I didn't know that! Thanks for clearing up my misunderstanding! I thought it was just the little seed without the star lol, you learn something everyday