- The Basics
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| Latin Name: |
Glycyrrhiza glabra |
| Common Name: |
Licorice, liquorice
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| Family: |
Fabaceae |
| Country of Origin: |
Uzbekistan |
| Growing Method: |
Organic |
| Parts Used: |
Root, rhizome |
- Additional Info
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Glycyrrhiza glabra is an herbaceous legume that is native to the Middle East, southern Europe, and India. Licorice, sometimes spelled liquorice, is a favorite ingredient to sweeten herbal tea blends and is often used as a flavoring agent in candy. Licorice root has been an important herb in Eastern and Western traditions of herbalism for thousands of years. The root can be decocted as licorice tea and infused as licorice extract.
- Typical Preparations
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Capsules, decoction, food, tea, tincture, powder, poultice
- Precautions
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- Not for use in pregnancy except under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner. Not for use in persons with hypertension, liver disorders, edema, severe kidney insufficiency, low blood potassium, or heart disease.
- We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
- Bulk Pricing + Packaging
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Our herbs + spices are sold in bulk so you may order as much or as little as you'd like. Herbs + spices will arrive to you in either a reusable paper or high quality resealable bag (great for reuse).
This product has not been evaluated by the CFIA or Health Canada. This information is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We recommend consulting with a certified health practitioner before beginning use.
