Abstract
Since ancient times, plants have been a significant source of medicines for both humans and animals. Due to their lower risk of side effects, herbal remedies have gained appeal worldwide as a substitute for synthetic chemicals. Glycyrrhiza Glabra, The herb linn, which is indigenous to the Mediterranean and some parts of Asia, is a member of the Leguminosae family and is sometimes referred to as liquorice and sweetwood. In the past, the Egyptian, Chinese, Greek, Indian, and Roman civilizations used the plant’s dried rhizome and root as a carminative and expectorant. It is frequently used as a herb for many ailments and in ayurvedic preparations. The current review article discusses the pharmacological properties and chemical components found in different portions of Glycyrrhiza glabra.The goal of this page is to provide all the most recent data on its pharmacological and phytochemical actions, which were carried out using a variety of techniques.Antibacterial, antioxidant, antimalarial, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-hyperglycemic qualities are all possessed by Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn. Numerous additional effects, such as antifungal, antiviral, and antiulcer properties, have also been proposed. Triterpene saponins, flavonoids, isoflavonoids, and chalcones are among the many components that have been extracted from liquorice; glycyrrhizic acid is typically thought to be the primary biologically active ingredient. In addition to generating interest in licorice, this could assist design novel formulations that are more cost-effective and therapeutic.