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Respiratory Health
Mulethi is used to alleviate respiratory issues like cough and bronchitis.
Mulethi (Licorice)
Mulethi is a perennial herb with a woody taproot, reaching up to 1 meter in height.
Medicinal Plant
Mulethi (Licorice)
Mulethi is a perennial herb with a woody taproot, reaching up to 1 meter in height.
Mulethi is a perennial herb with a woody taproot, reaching up to 1 meter in height. It has compound leaves and purple to pale blue flowers in a spikelike inflorescence.
Scientific Name
Glycyrrhiza glabra
Family
Fabaceae
Common Name
Licorice
Botanical Description
About the Mulethi Plant
Mulethi is a perennial herb with a woody taproot, reaching up to 1 meter in height. It has compound leaves and purple to pale blue flowers in a spikelike inflorescence.
Ayurvedic Properties
Rasa · Guna · Virya · Vipaka
1.Rasa (Taste): Madhura (Sweet) 2.Guna (Quality): Guru (Heavy), Snigdha (Unctuous) 3.Virya (Potency): Sheeta (Cooling) 4.Vata Dosha: Pacifying 5.Pitta Dosha: Pacifying 6.Kapha Dosha: Increasing (in excess) This herb is widely used in traditional medicine. Its properties include anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects. Mulethi may help soothe sore throats, alleviate digestive issues, and support respiratory health.
Chemical Composition
Phytochemical Constituents
The major active compound is glycyrrhizin, which imparts the characteristic sweet taste. Other constituents include flavonoids, chalcones, and saponins.
Health Benefits
Therapeutic Benefits of Mulethi
From classical Ayurvedic indications to modern phytotherapeutic insights — explore the spectrum of wellness benefits this herb has to offer.
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Digestive Aid
It helps in soothing the digestive system and can be beneficial for conditions like acidity.
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Anti-Inflammatory
The glycyrrhizin content contributes to its anti-inflammatory properties.
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Adrenal Support
Known for supporting adrenal function and may help with stress.
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Skin Health
Used topically, it may aid in skin conditions due to its anti-inflammatory and soothing effects.
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Anti-ulcer
Mulethi may have a protective effect on the gastric mucosa, potentially useful in stomach ulcers.