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Foeniculum vulgare belongs to Umbelliferae family. It is commonly known as Fennel (English) and Saunf (Hindi). Foeniculum vulgare has a long history of usage in traditional medicine against various ailments. In Ayurvedic and other traditional medicinal practices the plant has been used against diseases like anxiety, arthritis, irritable bowel and it will increase urine flow, improves digestive system, and improves milk flow. Important pharmacological activities such as hepatoprotective, antioxidant, antibacterial properties etc were shown by researchers. This review presents a detailed survey of the literature on various traditional uses, phytochemical and pharmacological properties of Foeniculum vulgare. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]