Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
aspera
ID:
214443

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pall.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1771

Citation Micro:
Reise Russ. Reich.1: 499 (1771)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213772

Common Names

  • Rough Liquorice
  • Rough Licorice
  • Rough Sweet Root

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Synonyms

  • Glycyrrhiza iconica Hub.-Mor. [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza laxissima Vassilcz. [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza macrophylla X.Y.Li [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza prostrata X.Y.Li & D.C.Feng [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza laxiflora X.Y.Li & D.C.Feng [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza nutantiflora X.Y.Li [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza purpureiflora X.Y.Li [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza asperrima desertorum Regel [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza asperrima L.f. [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus glandulosus Beck [valid]
  • Glycyrrhiza hispida Pall. [unknown]
  • Coronilla glycyrrhiza Spreng. [valid]
  • Glycyrrhiza aspera iconica (Hub.-Mor.) Ponert [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza asperrima glabra Regel & Herder [valid]
  • Glycyrrhiza asperrima intermedia Regel & Herder [valid]
  • Glycyrrhiza asperrima subinermis Regel & Herder [valid]
  • Glycyrrhiza asperrima armata Regel & Herder [unknown]

Description

Glycyrrhiza aspera (also called Rough Licorice, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family Fabaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial that typically grows up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) tall, with trifoliate leaves and purple flowers. It is native to western and central Asia, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grassland, scrub, and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Glycyrrhiza aspera is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Glycyrrhiza aspera has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glycyrrhiza aspera is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in a pot filled with a well-drained soil. Once established, Glycyrrhiza aspera requires little maintenance and can be pruned to shape.

Where to Find Glycyrrhiza aspera

Glycyrrhiza aspera is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Glycyrrhiza aspera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glycyrrhiza aspera?

Glycyrrhiza aspera

What is the common name of Glycyrrhiza aspera?

Rough Licorice

What is the natural habitat of Glycyrrhiza aspera?

Grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Fabaceae family