Glycerrhiza lepidota (American Licorice)

Plant Description: Native to North America, the American Licorice is a plant in the pea/bean family with white flowers tinged in green/yellow. The burrs ripen into pods containing a bean-like seed, and the root is highly sought after for its medicinal properties. It can be consumed raw or roasted and has been used by Native peoples for various medicinal purposes. Today, the wild licorice is commonly added to cough syrup and has many other medicinal applications. This herb's sweet root is said to have a similar taste to traditional licorice.   ~DO NOT CONSUME PLANTS WITHOUT PROPER ID~ Height: 2-3ft Width: 14inch Watering needs: Regular. keep evenly moist/not soggy Sun needs: full sun Soil needs: moist, sandy soils Bloom Time: June - July Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certification): no Landscape Use and Ecological Function: Glycyrrhiza lepidota, also known as American licorice, has various ecological benefits such as controlling erosion, serving as a food sourc