Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
echinata
ID:
214444

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 741 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213773

Common Names

  • Spiny Liquorice
  • Spiny Licorice
  • Spiny Sweet Root

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Synonyms

  • Glycyrrhiza foetidissima Tausch [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza inermis Boros [valid]
  • Glycyrrhiza macedonica Boiss. & Orph. [valid]
  • Glycyrrhiza dioschoridis Medik. [valid]
  • Glycyrrhiza duvia Bernh. ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Glycyrrhiza muricata Georgi [valid]
  • Glycyrrhiza subechinata Boza [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza subinermis (R.Uechtr. & Sint. ex Asch. & Graebn.) Boros [valid]
  • Glycyrrhiza echinata frearitis Boiss. [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza frearitis (Boiss.) Orph. ex Beck [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza echinata subsedens Boza [valid]
  • Glycyrrhiza echinata cylindrica Boza [valid]
  • Glycyrrhiza echinata pedunculata Grossh. [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza foetida J.Jacq. [illegitimate]

Description

Glycyrrhiza echinata (also called Spiny 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 echinata 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 echinata 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 echinata 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 echinata requires little maintenance and can be pruned to shape.

Where to Find Glycyrrhiza echinata

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

Glycyrrhiza echinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glycyrrhiza echinata?

Glycyrrhiza echinata

What is the common name of Glycyrrhiza echinata?

Spiny Licorice

What is the natural habitat of Glycyrrhiza echinata?

Grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Fabaceae family