Genus Glycyrrhiza is a type of perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is commonly known as licorice and is prized for its sweet and aromatic root, which is used in various medicinal, culinary and cosmetic applications. There are many synonyms for the word "Genus Glycyrrhiza", including Glycyrrhiza species, liquorice, sweet root, and licorice plant. Other synonyms for the plant include sweetwood, gan cao, licochalcone, and yasti madhu. The medicinal properties of the plant are attributed to its high levels of glycyrrhizin, which is a natural sweetener that is also used in pharmaceuticals. Glycyrrhiza is widely cultivated in Europe, Asia, and North America for its many uses.