About Glycyrrhiza uralensis Fisch. ex DC.
Species Nomenclature
Glycyrrhiza uralensis Fisch. ex DC., commonly called Chinese liquorice, is a flowering plant native to Asia.
General Uses
It is used both as a sweetener and in traditional Chinese medicine.
Root Nomenclature and TCM Status
Its root, known as radix glycyrrhizae or gancao (Chinese: 甘草, pinyin: gāncǎo; romanized kan-tsao), is counted among the 50 fundamental herbs of traditional Chinese medicine.
TCM Medicinal Function
In this system of medicine, it is used to harmonize other herbs and lessen the harsh effects of other herbal ingredients.
Root Harvesting and Processing
The root is typically harvested in spring and autumn, then sliced and sun-dried.
Root Preparation Methods
It may be used unprepared, or stir-baked with honey before use.
Chinese Production Regions
The main production regions for this liquorice root in China are Shanxi, Gansu, and Xinjiang.
