What does it help with
- Gastric lining inflammation
- Cough and bronchitis
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Harmonisation of of herbs
Active compounds
Glycyrrhizin, flavonoids, mucilage.
Glycyrrhizin in the Chinese variant has slightly different pharmacokinetic properties.
How and when to harvest
Harvest periodautumn
Plant partsroot
Dryingshade, 35–40 °C
Shelf life1 year
Preparation methods
TeaTinctureLozenges
Pro tip: Same warning as for liquorice — raises blood pressure.
Recipes
1 Tea for inflammation ▾
1 teaspoon root boil 15 min in 250 ml water. Drink 2× a day max. 6 weeks.
2 Tincture (homemade) ▾
Fill a jar 2/3 with dried herb, pour in 40% vodka or spirit. Seal and leave for 4 weeks in a dark place — shake daily. Strain through gauze into a dark bottle. Dose: 20–30 drops in a little water 2–3× a day.
3 Strong root decoction (with restriction) ▾
Boil 1 tsp sliced root in 250 ml water for 20 min. Strain. Drink 1× daily — max. 4–6 weeks, then break. Same restriction as liquorice: raises blood pressure with long-term use.
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