Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, especially during winter. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage to promote healthy root development.
Glycyrrhiza acanthocarpa, or Native Liquorice, is a perennial herb native to Australia, known for its edible root with a liquorice-like flavor and medicinal properties.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Sandy, Loam, Clay
50% intensity
Temperate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C. Can tolerate mild frosts.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly in spring/summer with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, especially during winter. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage to promote healthy root development.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing stems. Minimal pruning is generally required, focusing on plant health and aesthetics.
Propagate by seed sown in spring or by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Seeds may require stratification. Cuttings should be rooted in a well-draining medium in a warm, humid environment.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Native Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza acanthocarpa)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Glycyrrhiza |
| Species | Glycyrrhiza acanthocarpa |
Similar in genus Glycyrrhiza
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