Abstract: Glycyrrhiza is a common Chinese medicinal material and has wide application value. However, many people do not understand the origin and cultivation of licorice. This article will explore the origin of licorice, and introduce in detail the growth environment, growth habits and the main origin of licorice...
Glycyrrhiza uralensis is a common Chinese medicinal material and has wide application value. However, many people do not understand the origin and cultivation of licorice. This article will explore the origin of licorice and introduce in detail the growth environment, growth habits and the main origin of licorice.
1. Types and sources of licorice Licorice Licorice is a perennial herb mainly distributed in Asia, Europe and North America. According to different classification standards, there are many types of licorice. Among them, the most common one is the Chinese medicinal herb licorice.
2. The growth environment of licorice The environmental conditions for licorice growth are very harsh. In general, licorice prefers a warm, humid and sunny environment. At the same time, licorice is also relatively cold-resistant and can adapt to a certain degree of low-temperature environment.
3. Growth habits of liquorice Licorrhiza is a stem-leaf plant. It usually germinate and grows in spring and blooms between summer and autumn. The root system of licorice is relatively developed and can go deep into the ground for about 30-60 centimeters. At the same time, licorice is also better at resisting drought and adversity.
4. China's main licorice producing area China is the world's largest licorice producer and one of the main origins of licorice. At present, the main licorice producing areas in China are mainly distributed in Shaanxi, Shanxi, Henan, Gansu, Inner Mongolia and Xinjiang.
5. Shaanxi's main producing area of licorice Shaanxi is one of the main producing areas of licorice in China and is known as the "Hometown of Licorrhiza." Glycyrrhiza in Shaanxi is mainly distributed in Yan 'an, Baoji, Ankang, Shangluo and other places. Among them, Yan 'an's licorice varieties are mainly "Yellow Cattle Heart", which has a mellow taste and good quality.
6. Shanxi's main producing area of licorice Shanxi is also one of the main producing areas of licorice in China. Glycyrrhiza in Shanxi is mainly distributed in Yuncheng, Linfen, Changzhi and other places. The main licorice varieties in Shanxi are "Fenyang Daqu", which has a fragrant taste and excellent quality.
7. Henan's main producing area of licorice Henan is one of the main producing areas of licorice in China, mainly distributed in Nanyang, Luoyang, Shangqiu, Xinyang and other places. The main licorice varieties in Henan are "Henan licorice", which tastes sweet and has good quality.
8. Gansu's main producing area of licorice Gansu is also one of the main producing areas of licorice in China, mainly distributed in Longnan, Dingxi, Zhangye and other places. The main licorice varieties in Gansu are "Dingxi Qinling", which has a rich taste and excellent quality.
9. Inner Mongolia's main producing area of licorice Inner Mongolia is one of the main producing areas of licorice in China, mainly distributed in Hohhot, Tongliao, Xing 'an League and other places. The main licorice varieties in Inner Mongolia are "Hulunbuir Grassland", which has a fragrant taste and good quality.
10. Xinjiang's main producing area of licorice Xinjiang is one of the main producing areas of licorice in China, mainly distributed in Turpan, Aksu, Hami and other places. The main licorice varieties in Xinjiang are "Turpan Rose", which has a mellow taste and good quality.
11. Foreign cultivation of licorice In addition to China, many countries in the world also grow licorice, such as Iran, Turkey, Russia, the United States, Japan, etc. However, licorice production in these countries is relatively low and is not as competitive as China.
12. The use and value of licorice As a Chinese medicinal material, licorice has wide application value. It can be used to treat cough, colds, fever, neurasthenia and other conditions. At the same time, licorice can also be used to make candies, chewing gum and other foods.
13. Market prospects of licorice As people continue to pay more attention to health, the market prospects of licorice are becoming wider and wider. According to relevant data, in the next few years, the scale of the global licorice market will maintain a year-on-year growth trend.
14. Development direction of licorice planting industry The development direction of licorice planting industry mainly includes aspects such as quality improvement, yield increase and green production. In terms of quality, it is necessary to strengthen the selection of excellent varieties and research on cultivation techniques; in terms of yield, it is necessary to improve planting efficiency and management levels; in terms of green production, it is necessary to control the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides and protect the ecological environment.
15. Glycyrrhiza is a Chinese medicinal material with wide uses and important value. Its growth environment and growth habits are quite special. China is the world's largest producer of licorice. The main producing areas of licorice include Shaanxi, Shanxi, Henan, Gansu, Inner Mongolia and Xinjiang. In the future, as market demand continues to increase, the licorice planting industry will usher in broader development prospects.