Glycyrrhiza lepidota aka American Licorice

Q: What is the growth pattern and size of American Licorice?

American Licorice grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.

Q: What are the water needs for American Licorice

American Licorice should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Q: What is the right soil for American Licorice

American Licorice loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Q: What is the sunlight requirement for American Licorice

To ensure optimal growth, the American Licorice prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Taxonomy ID: 5734

Genus Glycyrrhiza Family Fabaceae Order Fabales Class Magnoliopsida Phylum Tracheophyta

Common names

American Licorice, American Liquorice, Wild Licorice

More information about American Licorice

What is the growth pattern and size of American Licorice?

American Licorice grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.

What is the region of origin of American Licorice

American Licorice’s native range is N. America - Saskatchewan to British Columbia, south to California and Mexico.

What are the water needs for American Licorice

American Licorice should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

What is the right soil for American Licorice

American Licorice loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

What is the sunlight requirement for American Licorice

To ensure optimal growth, the American Licorice prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Is American Licorice toxic to humans/pets?

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

More info:
Wikipedia • GBIF

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