Herb Name: Ginseng (Ren Shen), Lin Xia Shen, Zi Hai Alias: Sheng Shai Shan Shen, Yi Shan Shen Harvesting and Processing: Harvested mainly in autumn, cleaned; freeze-dried ginseng is known as “active ginseng” Medicinal Part: Root Origin: Northeastern moving mountain ginseng Family: Araliaceae Original Plant: Ginseng Plant Description: Perennial herbaceous plantHeight 30-60 cm. The main … Read more
Editor’s Note The “Herbal China” column is supported by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment’s “Biodiversity Conservation Special Project (2017) – Investigation of the Current Status of Medicinal Biological Germplasm Resource Conservation”. It is based on the annual “China Traditional Chinese Medicine Resource Development Report” written from the fourth national survey of Chinese medicinal resources, … 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
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
The Jilin Provincial Association for Science and Technology is dedicated to spreading scientific ideas, sharing technological lifestyles, and improving public scientific literacy. Ginseng, known as Ren Shen (人参, Panax ginseng C. A. Mey.), is the dried root and rhizome of the Araliaceae family plant. It is harvested in the autumn, cleaned, and then sun-dried or … Read more
Ren Shen (Ginseng) (Part II) Ginseng is excellent, It nourishes the body’s vital essence. It calms the spirit and generates fluids, enhancing strength, Consuming it slowly builds vitality. Who doesn’t love ginseng? Distinguishing Quality and Authenticity Diverse Ginseng Products Freshly harvested ginseng has a thick, tender, and juicy texture, making it a unique tonic that … Read more
The King of Herbs – Ginseng Ginseng is Sweet in Taste Greatly Tonifies Vital Qi Quenches Thirst and Generates Fluids Regulates Nutritional Qi Ginseng (Ren Shen), a perennial herb, thrives in cool, moist climates, typically growing in mixed coniferous and broadleaf forests at altitudes of 500 to 1100 meters where the temperature difference between day … Read more
01.Introduction Ginseng (Ren Shen), a perennial herb of the Araliaceae family, is also known as Huang Shen (Yellow Ginseng), Di Jing (Earth Essence), and Shen Cao (Divine Herb). It is one of the renowned “Three Treasures of Northeast China” and is honored as the “King of Herbs”. Ginseng grows to about 60 cm in height, … Read more