Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
notoginseng
ID:
264334

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burkill) F.H.Chen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 13(2): 41 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263666

Common Names

  • Notoginseng
  • Tienchi Ginseng
  • San Qi

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Synonyms

  • Aralia quinquefolia notoginseng Burkill [unknown]
  • Panax pseudoginseng notoginseng (Burkill) G.Hoo & C.J.Tseng [unknown]

Description

Panax notoginseng (also called Notoginseng, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China, Korea, and Japan. It is a deciduous, woody shrub that grows to a height of 1-2m and has bipinnate leaves. It prefers moist soils in shaded areas such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Panax notoginseng is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, stress, and anxiety. It is also used as an energy booster and to improve cognitive function. It is also used in the production of herbal teas and supplements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Panax notoginseng is a white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Panax notoginseng is a species of plant native to East Asia. It is a slow-growing plant and can reach heights of up to 1 m. It prefers a cool, humid climate and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Panax notoginseng

Panax notoginseng is native to eastern Asia, including China, Korea, and Japan. It is found in moist, shady forests, and is often cultivated for medicinal purposes.

Panax notoginseng FAQ

What is the growth rate of Panax notoginseng?

Panax notoginseng is a slow-growing plant.

What is the optimal temperature for Panax notoginseng?

The optimal temperature for Panax notoginseng is between 65-75°F.

What is the ideal soil for Panax notoginseng?

Panax notoginseng prefers well-drained, acidic soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5.

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-146751: Based on the initial data import
Chen Feng Huai (1900-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Chen' in the authors string.
Isaac Henry Burkill (1870-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkill' in the authors string.
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Feng Guomei (1917-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Feng' in the authors string.