Glycyrrhiza foetida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foetida
ID:
213483
Status:
valid
Authors:
Desf.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1799
Citation Micro:
Fl. Atlant.2: 170 (1799)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212812
Common Names
- Glycyrrhiza foetida
- Stinking Liquorice
- Stinking Licorice
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Glycyrrhiza foetida (also called Stinking Liquorice, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a woody stem, pinnate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Glycyrrhiza foetida is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glycyrrhiza foetida has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Glycyrrhiza foetida is a perennial legume that is easy to propagate from seed. The seeds should be planted in early spring in full sun and well-drained soil. It is not very tolerant of heat and should be grown in cooler climates. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during dry periods. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Glycyrrhiza foetida
Glycyrrhiza foetida is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas with well-drained soil.
Glycyrrhiza foetida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glycyrrhiza foetida?
Glycyrrhiza foetida
What is the common name of Glycyrrhiza foetida?
Stinking Licorice
What is the growth habit of Glycyrrhiza foetida?
It is an annual herb
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
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Glycyrrhiza foetida Desf.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.