Glycyrrhiza bucharica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bucharica
ID:
189536
Status:
valid
Authors:
Regel
Source:
ildis
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada8: 697 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188865
Common Names
- Bukhara Licorice
- Bukhara Glycyrrhiza
- Glycyrrhiza Bukhara
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- Meristotropis bucharica (Rassulova & Sharipova) Czerep. [unknown]
- Glycyrrhisa bucharica Regel [unknown]
- Glycyrrhiza kulabensis M.M.Ivanova [unknown]
- Meristotropis bucharica (Regel) Kruganova [valid]
- Glycyrrhiza gontscharovii Masl. [unknown]
Description
Glycyrrhiza bucharica (also called Buchar licorice, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Glycyrrhiza bucharica is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop for livestock, and as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Glycyrrhiza bucharica is a yellow, pea-shaped flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.
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Glycyrrhiza bucharica is a perennial herb that is native to Central Asia and the Middle East. It is grown for its edible roots, which are used to make herbal teas, syrups, and other medicinal products. The plant can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or early summer and should be planted in a light, sandy soil.
Where to Find Glycyrrhiza bucharica
Glycyrrhiza bucharica can be found in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iran.
Glycyrrhiza bucharica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glycyrrhiza bucharica?
Glycyrrhiza bucharica
What is the natural habitat of Glycyrrhiza bucharica?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
What is the flowering period of Glycyrrhiza bucharica?
Late spring to early summer
Species in the Glycyrrhiza genus
Glycyrrhiza astragalina, Glycyrrhiza lepidota, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Glycyrrhiza pallidiflora, Glycyrrhiza inflata, Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis, Glycyrrhiza acanthocarpa, Glycyrrhiza bucharica, Glycyrrhiza squamulosa, Glycyrrhiza zaissanica, Glycyrrhiza gontscharovii, Glycyrrhiza foetida, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza aspera, Glycyrrhiza echinata, Glycyrrhiza asymmetrica, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Glycyrrhiza triphylla,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Glycyrrhiza bucharica Regel: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.