American Ginseng

American Ginseng

Scientific Name: Panax quinquefolius

Botanical Family: Araliaceae

Plant Type: Herb (perennial)

Geographical Origin: North America

Species/Variety: Panax quinquefolius

Description

Shade-loving forest plant; prized root.

Therapeutic Properties

Adaptogen; Glycemic support

Temperament

Cool

How to Use

Capsules; Tincture

Dosage

Standardized per label

Precautions

Anticoagulants; hypoglycemics interactions

Replacement / Alternatives

Asian ginseng; Eleuthero

References

VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany

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