Ginseng, also known as Huang Shen (Yellow Ginseng), Di Jing (Earth Essence), Shen Cao (Divine Herb), and the King of Herbs, is one of the renowned “Three Treasures of Northeast China”. The earliest existing pharmacological text, the “Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing” (Shen Nong’s Classic of Materia Medica), records the essence of ginseng’s medicinal use … Read more
Introduction: Mr. Tao Yufeng has compiled 23 clinical treatment references for “Ginseng” based on ancient texts, the experiences of medical practitioners throughout history, and his own clinical insights, which are worth learning and collecting. I Ginseng (Ren Shen), for those with pale, yellow, or dark complexions, indicates insufficient qi in the spleen, lungs, and kidneys, … Read more
Many people have ginseng at home but do not know how to consume it. Today, let’s discuss several methods of consuming ginseng and see which one you prefer. Since ancient times, ginseng has been known as the “King of Herbs” and is regarded as a miraculous medicine that invigorates the healthy and treats the sick, … Read more
Author: Wen Lifang, Dongguan Dalang Hospital Ginseng, known as the “King of Herbs,” has been a treasure in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) since ancient times. Its unique medicinal value holds a significant position in TCM clinical practice. However, did you know that the medicinal effects of ginseng are not fixed? They vary greatly depending on … Read more
Ren Shen (Ginseng) Source and Distribution Ren Shen is the root of the plant Panax ginseng, belonging to the Araliaceae family. It is primarily produced in Jilin, Liaoning, and Heilongjiang provinces. Cultivators refer to it as “garden ginseng”. Garden ginseng is typically harvested after 6 to 7 years of cultivation. Fresh ginseng that is cleaned … Read more
In traditional practices, ginseng is commonly used for supplementation. There is an old saying in TCM, “Da Huang saves lives without merit, ginseng kills without fault.” Ginseng is perceived as a tonic, leading many to believe that taking more is always better. However, with various types of ginseng available, what are the differences in their … Read more
Ginseng is one of the most commonly discussed traditional Chinese medicines, often depicted in ancient Chinese stories as a miraculous herb, capable of reviving the dead, sustaining life, and fetching a high price of a thousand taels for a thousand-year-old ginseng… So, is real ginseng really that magical? Today, Huang Yaoshi will discuss ginseng. Ginseng … Read more
Have you often heard various names for ginseng, such as Shan Shen (Mountain Ginseng), Yuan Shen (Garden Ginseng), Hong Shen (Red Ginseng), Gao Li Shen (Korean Ginseng), Kai He Shen (Kaihesheng), Yang Shen (Western Ginseng), Hua Qi Shen (American Ginseng), etc.? Why are there so many classifications of ginseng? What are the differences among them? … Read more
Site Selection: The best forest for cultivating ginseng is broadleaf forest or natural secondary forest, with a terrain that has a slope to effectively avoid water accumulation. North slopes, southeast slopes, and northwest slopes are more favorable for ginseng growth, with a slope of 10~25°. If transplanting ginseng, it is best to choose soil with … Read more
Haven’t followed us yet? Tap here— Introduction: Ginseng (Panax ginseng C. A. Mey) is a perennial herb that prefers cool, shady environments. Its leaves lack stomata and palisade tissue, making it unable to retain moisture; temperatures above 32 degrees Celsius can scorch the leaves. It typically flowers in three years and bears fruit in five … Read more