It is used to sweeten dishes, sweets, and drinks. In Europe, children chew it as it is and substitute it for sweet snacks. It has a fairly strong sweet taste, so be careful not to add too much, as it will have a kudoi taste. Licorice Root, Cut Scientific Name: Glycyrrhiza glabra Family: Fabaceae Site: Root Also known as: (Spanish/Seihoku) Licorice/Licorice Country of origin Uzbekistan or Pakistan * The country of origin is subject to change without notice due to climate and other factors.