Perumjeerakam is the name for
fennel seeds in English. Fennel seeds are a spice that are commonly used in Indian cooking for their unique flavor and aroma. They are also known by other names, including sayyam saunf, variyali, mouri, sopu, sombu, badi shep, and pan mahuri.
Fennel seeds are used in cooking to add an anise flavor. The dried seeds and oil are also used to make medicine. Fennel has many nutritional benefits, including helping to lower blood pressure, improve immunity, and benefit the eyes.