INDIA. Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) Seed, Whole, Certified Organic Common names: Large Fennel, Sweet Fennel, Wild Fennel, Fenkel, Bitter Fennel, Garden Fennel, Hinojo, Hinojo de Castillo, Cilantrillo, Baudi Saunf, Hui Xiang Family: Apiaceae Fennel is believed to have originated on the shores of the Mediterranean but has become naturalized in many parts of the world, including temperate North America, northern Europe, Asia, and Australia. It’s found especially on dry soils in coastal areas, in pastures and open places, and along roadsides and rivers. Fennel Seed has a very long history, and a very notable current role, as a spice and healing herb.