{"product_id":"licorice-root","title":"Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) — Bulk Dried Herb","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLicorice Root \u003cem\u003e(Glycyrrhiza glabra)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLicorice root is one of the most widely used and extensively documented botanicals in the world — a foundational herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, ancient Egyptian medicine, and Western herbalism alike. Its distinctively sweet, complex flavor — derived from glycyrrhizin, a compound estimated to be 50 times sweeter than sucrose — has made it a beloved ingredient in botanical preparations, confections, and culinary traditions across thousands of years of human history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Licorice root is certified organic, cut and sifted to preserve the integrity of the root's natural constituents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glycyrrhiza glabra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fabaceae (Legume family)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Licorice Root, Liquorice, Sweet Root, Gan Cao (TCM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Part Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root and rhizome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut \u0026amp; Sifted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mediterranean \/ Central Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fibrous yellow to tan root pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, distinctly anise-like, earthy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intensely sweet, complex, slightly bitter finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to southern Europe and parts of Asia, Glycyrrhiza glabra is a perennial legume that grows to about 1 meter in height, producing pinnate leaves and spikes of pale purple to violet flowers. The plant's extensive root system — which can reach several meters in depth — is harvested after 3–4 years of growth. Licorice has been cultivated since antiquity; it was found in the tomb of Tutankhamun, referenced in ancient Assyrian tablets, and documented by Theophrastus, Dioscorides, and virtually every major botanical tradition that followed. In TCM it is known as \u003cem\u003eGan Cao\u003c\/em\u003e and is considered a harmonizing herb used in a vast number of classical formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLicorice root holds a unique position in botanical history as one of the few herbs that appears as a primary ingredient across multiple independent herbal traditions simultaneously. In TCM it is classified as a Qi tonic and harmonizer, frequently added to formulas to balance other herbs. In Ayurveda it is known as \u003cem\u003eYashtimadhu\u003c\/em\u003e. In Western herbalism it has been used since at least the time of the ancient Greeks and remains one of the most commonly used botanicals in contemporary practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Preparations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simmer 1 teaspoon of root pieces in 2 cups of water for 15–20 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep in hot water for a naturally sweet herbal tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTinctures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-suited for alcohol or glycerin extraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal Blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e A classic harmonizing addition to many herbal formulas; pairs well with Ginger, Fennel, and Cinnamon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used to flavor teas, confections, and traditional beverages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Sourcing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Certified Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Identity Verified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ethically Sourced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Small Batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ No Additives or Fillers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in an airtight container in a cool, dark, dry place. Properly stored, dried Licorice root maintains its quality for 2–3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA Note on Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is sold as a botanical ingredient for educational, culinary, and traditional use. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Not recommended for long-term use or in large amounts without professional guidance. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a health condition, particularly those related to blood pressure or kidney function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery purchase supports Twin Dragons Botanical Institute’s mission of botanical conservation, responsible sourcing, and the preservation of plant knowledge for future generations.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Twin Dragons Botanical Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51584061014315,"sku":"SQ7233371","price":4.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/3333\/0731\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_a76e48c3-b1d1-4245-af6f-aabfedd9fa6a.png?v=1764895113","url":"https:\/\/twin-dragons.com\/products\/licorice-root","provider":"Twin Dragons Botanical Institute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}