Status:
valid
Authors:
Franch.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Nouv. Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat., sér. 2, 5: 245 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198736
Common Names
- Glycyrrhiza squamulosa
- Scaly Licorice
- Squamulose Licorice
Synonyms
- Astragalus glanduliferus Debeaux [deprecated]
- Tragacantha glandulifera (Debeaux) Kuntze [valid]
- Astragalus glanduliferus Debeaux [valid]
Description
Glycyrrhiza squamulosa (also called Scaly Licorice, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to East Asia and is found in dry, sandy soils. It has small, yellow flowers and small, round fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Glycyrrhiza squamulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glycyrrhiza squamulosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, thin pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glycyrrhiza squamulosa is an evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It should be watered regularly during its growing season, but not over-watered.
Where to Find Glycyrrhiza squamulosa
Glycyrrhiza squamulosa is native to China and can be found in grasslands, shrublands, and forests at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.
Glycyrrhiza squamulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glycyrrhiza squamulosa?
Glycyrrhiza squamulosa
What is the common name of Glycyrrhiza squamulosa?
Scaly licorice
What is the habitat of Glycyrrhiza squamulosa?
It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands
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