Chinese Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Echinata) is a perennial herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Glycyrrhiza echinata is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its medicinal roots and use as a flavoring agent.

Chinese Licorice

Chinese Licorice

Glycyrrhiza Echinata

Glycyrrhiza echinata is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its medicinal roots and use as a flavoring agent.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator plant, medicinal

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Chinese Licorice

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Glycyrrhiza