Liquorice
Details
hardy to about -15°c
Common name
Liquorice
Botanical name
Glycyrrhiza glabra
Family
Leguminosae/Fabaceae
Height (m)
0.5
Forest layer
rhizosphere
Seeds / nuts / tubers
Edible
Perennial
Nitrogen fixer
Date
July 03, 2013
Propagation method
Sow pot / tray
Shade / Sun
Sun, part shade
Soil type
Sandy to Loamy
Colour
Purple/Lavender
Belongs to the following Article
Nitrogen fixing plant species suited to temperate climate such as North Canterbury New Zealand
Nitrogen is an essential element for plant growth. Certain plants have a useful ability to capture nitrogen from the atmosphere. This is often achieved through symbiotic relationship with fungi in the root zone. Being able access unlimited nitrogen allows these plants to grow quickly while also making some available to surrounding plants. The practical reality is that including nitrogen fixing plants of various shapes and sizes amongst other productive plantings improves overall health, vigour and fertility,