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A review on licorice.

¹Department of Genetics, P.G. Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Madras, Taramani, Madras 600 113, India .

Ancient Science of Life

|May 5, 2012

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This review covers all aspects of Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra L), a vital herb used across various medical systems. It provides a comprehensive overview of its importance and applications in traditional and modern medicine.

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Area of Science:

Pharmacognosy
Ethnobotany
Medicinal Plant Research

Background:

Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra L) holds significant importance in numerous traditional and modern medicinal systems worldwide.
Its widespread use underscores the need for a consolidated understanding of its properties and applications.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a comprehensive review of Glycyrrhiza glabra L.
To consolidate existing knowledge on all aspects of licorice, including its botanical, chemical, and therapeutic properties.

Main Methods:

Literature review of scientific articles, historical texts, and ethnobotanical records.
Synthesis of information pertaining to Glycyrrhiza glabra L. from diverse sources.

Main Results:

Licorice possesses a wide range of bioactive compounds with diverse pharmacological activities.
The herb has been historically and is currently employed for various therapeutic purposes.

Conclusions:

Glycyrrhiza glabra L. is a pharmacologically rich plant with established medicinal value.
Further research into its constituents and mechanisms of action can unlock new therapeutic potentials.