Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
triphylla
ID:
187591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus)1: 29 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186920

Common Names

  • Chinese Licorice
  • Three-Leaf Licorice
  • Three-Leaf Sweet Root

Searching for Glycyrrhiza triphylla? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Meristotropis erythrocarpa Vassilcz. [unknown]
  • Meristotropis xanthioides Vassilcz. [unknown]
  • Glycyrrhiza erythrocarpa (Vassilcz.) M.N.Abdull. [unknown]
  • Meristotropis triphylla (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Meristotropis triphylla erythrocarpa (Vass.) Malzeva [unknown]

Description

Glycyrrhiza triphylla (also called Three-leaved licorice, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Mediterranean region. It has white flowers and can grow up to 5 m in height. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and bushland, and is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Glycyrrhiza triphylla is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers. It can also be used as a windbreak, as a source of food for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Glycyrrhiza triphylla is a yellow, pea-like flower with a long, slender tube. The seed is a flat, brown, bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a pair of true leaves.

Searching for Glycyrrhiza triphylla? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Glycyrrhiza triphylla is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Glycyrrhiza triphylla

Glycyrrhiza triphylla is native to Europe and can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Glycyrrhiza triphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glycyrrhiza triphylla?

Glycyrrhiza triphylla

What is the common name of Glycyrrhiza triphylla?

Three-Leaved Licorice

What is the family of Glycyrrhiza triphylla?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:496972-1: Based on the initial data import