Did You Know?

Licorice can help soothe a sore throat!

How It Grows

Licorice grows from seeds in the ground.

What It Tastes Like

Licorice has a sweet and strong taste.

What licorice Does

It makes candy sweet and fun.

It can help with coughs and colds.

Some drinks have licorice flavor.

It can be used in some medicines.

People like to chew licorice sticks.

It is used in some desserts too.

More About licorice

Licorice has been used for a long time. People have liked it for many years. It comes from a plant with big roots. The roots are sweet and tasty.

We see licorice in candy and drinks. It makes things taste good. Some people love it, while others do not.

In the future, we may find new ways to use it. Licorice can help with health too. It is a fun treat for many!

How Topics Connect

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What Do These Words Mean?

Liquorice:A sweet flavoring made from a plant's root.
Glycyrrhiza glabra:The scientific name for the liquorice plant.
Flowering plant:A plant that produces flowers.
Bean family:A group of plants that includes beans and peas.
Aromatic:Having a strong, pleasant smell.