For phytotherapeutic purposes, the root (stolons) is used. Licorice flowers in June or July. The root is harvested towards the end of autumn, from 3-4 year old plants.

Licorice contains starch, fructose, sucrose, pectins, proteins, lipids, mineral substances, vitamins (ascorbic acid, niacin, nicotinic acid, riboflavin, thiamine), glycyrrhizin, sterols, flavones, tannins, enzymes, estrogens, soaps, essential oils,

The plant has laxative, anti-inflammatory, expectorant, fluidizing bronchial secretions, diuretic, estrogenic, cicatrizing properties. Due to the sweet-bitter taste, licorice is also used in gastronomy or the sweets and drinks industry.

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