Tonifying Qi Herbs Tonifying Herbs: These are herbs primarily used to replenish deficiencies and strengthen the body, correcting imbalances in qi, blood, yin, and yang. They are commonly used to treat deficiency syndromes and are also known as tonifying or nourishing herbs. Based on their properties, effects, and indications, tonifying herbs are generally classified into … Read more
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
Since ancient times, Ren Shen (Ginseng) has been regarded as a top-tier tonic, a truly precious medicinal material, ranking among the nine great herbs. The Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing describes Ren Shen as: “tonifying the five organs, calming the spirit, stopping palpitations, dispelling evil qi, brightening the eyes, and enhancing intelligence.” The Ben Cao … 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
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
Daily Herb: Ren Shen (Ginseng) Alias: Shan Shen (Mountain Ginseng), Yuan Shen (Garden Ginseng), Ren Xian, Gui Gai, Sheng Shai Shen, Bie Zhi Shen, Bai Tang Shen. Source: This product is the dried root and rhizome of the plant Panax ginseng C. A. Mey. from the family Araliaceae. Habitat Distribution: It grows in mixed coniferous … Read more
Winter is the perfect time for nourishment, and using Ren Shen (Ginseng) wisely can help treat deficiency, nourish the five organs, balance body and mind, and promote longevity. There are many ways to consume ginseng, such as ginseng-infused liquor, ginseng stewed chicken, ginseng tea, and ginseng capsules. However, most people are unaware that these common … Read more
When it comes to ginseng, everyone knows it is a valuable item, making it a great gift and a staple for family health. Today, we will discuss some knowledge related to ginseng, which will surely help everyone in purchasing ginseng in the future. Ginseng (Ren Shen) is sweet and warm, entering the spleen (Pi), lung … 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
GinsengRén Shēn Alias Bàng chuí, Shān shēn, Yuán shēn, Rén xián, Guǐ gài, Tǔ jīng, Shén cǎo, Huáng shēn, Xuè shēn, Dì jīng, Bǎi chǐ chǔ, Hǎi yú, Jīn jǐng yù lán, Hái ér shēn, Bàng cuì, Rén jiē, Yù jīng Effects 补气 (Tonifies Qi), 固脱 (Stabilizes Collapse), 生津 (Generates Fluids), 安神 (Calms the Spirit), … Read more