ARTEK is an annual plant of the anise family, valued both for its spicy aroma and healing properties. ARTEK leaves are widely used in cooking: they add a fresh taste to salads and side dishes, giving dishes a characteristic citrus shade.
The fruits of this plant are a valuable medicinal raw material. They are used to treat bronchitis, asthma, cough, and various digestive system diseases due to the essential oils and antiseptic components they contain. In pharmacology, ARTEK is often included in breathing-relief preparations.
In addition, ARTEK finds wide application in the perfume and liqueur industries: the aroma of its fruits is added to perfumes and alcoholic beverages, giving them a unique taste. The plant is grown in open ground, blooms in June, and fruits ripen in August, which makes it convenient for seasonal production.