Yashtimadhu

Yashtimadhu is a popular herb in Ayurveda, known for its soothing properties. It supports the throat, digestive system, and overall immunity, making it a valuable natural remedy. In English, it is known as Licorice or Liquorice. It is a herbaceous perennial plant with sweet roots that are widely used for therapeutic purposes.

Popular Name

• English Name: Cultivated Licorice, Liquorice, Licorice
• Sanskrit Name: Yashtimadhu
• Ayurvedic Name: Yashtimadhu
• Also Spelled As: MULATHI, YASHTI-MADHU, YASHTI-MADHUKA

Benefits

The main beneficial effects of Mulethi (Yashtimadhu) are on the digestive system and respiratory systems. It helps in relieving gastric symptoms such as heartburn, burning sensation in the abdomen, peptic and duodenal ulcers, abdominal colic, GERD, and chronic gastritis.

Botanical Classification

• Kingdom Plantae
• Sub-Kingdom Viridiplantae
• Super Division Embryophyta

Appearance:

It is a brownish root with a sweet taste. When dried, it is usually cut into small sticks or powdered for easy use.