Glycyrrhiza uralensis

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Glycyrrhiza uralensis

Also known as: Gan Cao

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Plant Properties

Layer: Herb layer

Format: Smal

Height: 0.60 m

Width: 0.40 m

Growth Rate: -

Leaf: -

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 5-9

Soil Moisture:
Moist

Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)

pH:
Acid Neutral Basic

Light:
Half shade, Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Root, Sweetener

Edibility:
(3)

Medicinal:
(4)

Features:
Nitrogen

Description

The root of the plant is often used as a natural sweetener for foods. To obtain the sweet flavor, the root is boiled in water to extract the sugars. This sweetener, which contains glycyrrhizin, is up to 50 times sweeter than sugar. It is used as a substitute for licorice in various products such as candy, medicines, and drinks.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/10

End of Harvest: 31/10

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild	Description
Asparagus officinalis Asparagus, Garden asparagus	Asparagus can help deter pests that target Glycyrrhiza, while also providing nutrients to the soil.
Cornus mas Cornelian cherry dogwood	Cornus mas attracts beneficial insects that can help in pollination and pest control for Glycyrrhiza.
Althaea officinalis Marsh Mallow	Althaea can improve soil structure and moisture retention, benefiting Glycyrrhiza's root system.
Tilia americana Basswood	Tilia provides shade and helps maintain a humid microclimate around Glycyrrhiza, enhancing its growth.
Betula pendula Birches	Betula can help with nitrogen fixation, improving soil fertility for Glycyrrhiza.
Oenothera biennis Evening Primrose	Oenothera can attract pollinators during its bloom time, benefiting the overall ecosystem and Glycyrrhiza.
Rubus idaeus Raspberry	Rubus can provide ground cover, suppressing weeds and conserving moisture for the benefit of Glycyrrhiza.