Licorice Plant
Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is a perennial herb growing 3-7 ft tall, hardy in USDA Zones 7-9, prefers well-drained, loamy soil, full sun to part shade, medium moisture, edible roots, and has medicinal uses.
Habit
Perennial
Height
1 to 1.5 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, Loamy
Shade
Full sun to part shade
Moisture
Medium
Edible
Yes, roots
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Europe
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
50% to 60%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
1 to 2 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.6 to 1.2 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
5 to 10 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
3 to 5 years
Health Benefits
Anti-inflammatory, Respiratory Health
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loamy soil, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Powdery Mildew, Leaf Spot, Aphids, Fusarium Wilt
Wilting, yellowing leaves, root decay, White powdery spots on leaves, Brown or black spots on leaves, Brown or black spots on leaves, Orange or red pustules on leaves
Improve drainage, reduce watering, Neem oil, baking soda spray, Remove infected leaves, neem oil, Insecticidal soap, neem oil, Remove infected leaves, neem oil
Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Sulfur-based fungicides, Copper-based fungicides, Imidacloprid, Fungicides containing myclobutanil