Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1059 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263739
Common Names
- American Ginseng
- Trifoliate Ginseng
- Panax Trifolius
Synonyms
- Aralia trifolia (L.) Decne. & Planch. [unknown]
- Aralia triphylla Poir. [unknown]
- Panax lanceolatus Raf. [unknown]
- Panax pusillus Sims [unknown]
- Panax trifolius roseus N.Coleman [unknown]
- Ginseng trifolium (L.) Alph.Wood [unknown]
- Panax trifolium roseus N.Coleman [unknown]
- Nanopanax trifolius (L.) A.Haines [unknown]
Description
Panax trifolius (also called Dwarf ginseng, 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 trifolius 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 trifolius is small and yellow, with a single pistil and six stamens. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shape. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Panax trifolius 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 trifolius
Panax trifolius is native to eastern North America. It is found in moist, shady forests, and is often cultivated for medicinal purposes.
Panax trifolius FAQ
What is the growth rate of Panax trifolius?
Panax trifolius is a slow-growing plant.
What is the optimal temperature for Panax trifolius?
The optimal temperature for Panax trifolius is between 65-75°F.
What is the ideal soil for Panax trifolius?
Panax trifolius prefers well-drained, acidic soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5.
Species in the Panax genus
Panax assamicus,
Panax bipinnatifidus,
Panax ginseng,
Panax japonicus,
Panax notoginseng,
Panax pseudoginseng,
Panax quinquefolius,
Panax stipuleanatus,
Panax trifolius,
Panax vietnamensis,
Panax wangianus,
Panax zingiberensis,
Panax sokpayensis,
Panax mastersianus,
Panax compactus,
Panax nitidus,
Panax lepidus,
Panax excelsa,
Panax arunachalensis,
Panax aesculifolia,
Panax fallax,
Panax hermannii,
Panax margaritifer,
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,