Afghan Licorice
1. Introduction
Licorice (scientifically, Glycyrrhiza species) is an important medicinal and aromatic plant in Afghanistan.
Known locally as “Sherinboya”, it has both traditional uses and a growing economic role as an export crop.
This paper explores the particular aspects of licorice in Afghanistan: which types grow there, how it's
used, and what challenges and opportunities the licorice sector faces.
Cumin in Afghanistan
1. Introduction
Cumin (Cuminum cyminum) is one of Afghanistan’s most important spice and medicinal plants.
Due to its strong aroma, excellent quality, and high export value, Afghan cumin is well known
in regional and international markets. There are mainly two types of cumin in Afghanistan:
green cumin and black cumin.
Afghanistan has ideal natural conditions for producing high-quality cumin, and its products
are widely exported to India, Iran, Pakistan, the Arab countries, and beyond.
Heela-Rang in Afghanistan
1. Introduction
Heela-Rang is a natural dye plant traditionally used in Afghanistan to produce red, orange, and brown dyes
for carpet weaving, handicrafts, and herbal medicine. The plant is also known as Madder, Roonas, or Runas
in different regions. Its scientific name is usually Rubia tinctorum or Rubia cordifolia.
The root of this plant contains alizarin, a natural pigment responsible for producing strong and long-lasting
red dyes.