Liquiritiae radix is a popular root plant with a very rich history and medical and industrial applications, being consumed since the old times until nowadays by human people. As the complementary medicine has developed considerably in the last decades, L. radix has become an interesting subject for researchers. The aim of this work is to highlight the most important active compounds and their application in the treatment of various types of diseases and conditions, from easy cough to antitumor effects.

Liquiritiae radix, bioactive compounds, glycyrrhizin, glycyrrhitic acid, applications

biology

Presentation: poster