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New Licorice Varieties with Health-Boosting Compounds for Better Production
Jenn Hoskins
15th May, 2024
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Key Findings
- The study by Shahid Beheshti University identified specific licorice genotypes rich in glycyrrhizic acid (GA) and glabridin
- These genotypes can be used to develop new licorice cultivars, ensuring a stable and efficient source of high-quality raw materials for pharmaceuticals
- Cultivating these genotypes can reduce the need to harvest wild licorice, helping to preserve natural habitats
References
Main Study
1) Introducing the glycyrrhizic acid and glabridin rich genotypes from the cultivated Iranian licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra L.) populations to exploit in production systems.
Published 14th May, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-61711-1
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