Licorice plant, Silver licorice
Helichrysum petiolatum
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
A herb.
There seems to be confusion over Helichrysum petiolatum and Helichrysum petiolare.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. Hobart Botanical Gardens.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, South Africa, Southern Africa, Tasmania
How it is used for food
The roots have a licorice like flavour and are used for flavouring.
Edible parts
Root - flavouring