Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs - Scott Cunningham 1985

Licorice
The Herbs

(Glycyrrhiza glabra) P K Li Hy Di Hk Lt D+ May deplete potassium.

Folk Names: Lacris (Welsh), Licourice, Lycorys, Reglisse (Welsh), Sweet Root

Gender: Feminine

Planet: Venus

Element: Water

Powers: Lust, Love, Fidelity

Magical Uses: Chewing on a licorice stick (the root, not a piece of candy) will make you passionate. It is also a good practice to use while quitting smoking. Licorice is added to love and lust sachets, carried to attract love, and used in spells to ensure fidelity. Licorice sticks make useful wands.