European licorice (#3)

Orders come as 3 or 12 rhizome cuttings with buds present.

European licorice is a nitrogen fixing herbaceous perennial with roots that are sweet due to a high polysaccharide content. As with many polysaccharides, those in licorice are known to have medicinal benefit. Species of licorice are in a class of herbs that have been labeled adaptogens, which mostly means they help assist in stabilizing a range of physiological processes, particularly with extended use.

I enjoy chewing on the roots. One can also dig the roots in the dormant season to dry and add to beverages or other items as a sweetener.

In the right conditions, once established they will readily spread by underground rhizomes.

Plant details:
Genus & species: Glycyrrhiza glabra
Hardiness: Zone 6 to zone 10
Sun: Full sun preferred, part-shade tolerant
Soil type: Prefers deep, loose, fertile loam.
Moisture retentive but well-drained.Soil moisture: Average to moist.