Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yunnanensis
ID:
186705
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.H.Cheng & L.K.Tai ex P.C.Li
Source:
ildis
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Boreal.-Occid. Sin.4(2): 117 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186034
Common Names
- Yunnan Licorice
- Glycyrrhiza Yunnanensis
- Chinese Licorice
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis (also called Yunnan Licorice, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to China and grows in grasslands and meadows. It has a woody stem, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis is a perennial legume that is native to Asia. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers well-drained, fertile soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade.
Where to Find Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis
Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis is native to China and can be found in parts of Yunnan, Sichuan, and Tibet.
Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis?
Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis
What is the common name of Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis?
Yunnan licorice
What is the family of Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis?
Fabaceae
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
Pei Chun Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Li' in the authors string.
Sze Hsu Cheng (1931-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.H.Cheng' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis S.H.Cheng & L.K.Tai ex P.C.Li: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.