Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vietnamensis
ID:
264416

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ha & Grushv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 70: 519 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263748

Common Names

  • Vietnamese Ginseng
  • Vietnamese Panax
  • Vietnamese Chinese Ginseng

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Description

Panax vietnamensis (also called Vietnamese 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 vietnamensis 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Panax vietnamensis var. fuscidiscus K.Komatsu, S.Zhu & S.Q.Cai
Panax vietnamensis var. langbianensis N.V.Duy, V.T.Tran & L.N.Trieu
Panax vietnamensis var. vietnamensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Panax vietnamensis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Panax vietnamensis 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 vietnamensis

Panax vietnamensis 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 vietnamensis FAQ

What is the growth rate of Panax vietnamensis?

Panax vietnamensis is a slow-growing plant.

What is the optimal temperature for Panax vietnamensis?

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

What is the ideal soil for Panax vietnamensis?

Panax vietnamensis 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-146825: Based on the initial data import
Thi Dung Ha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ha' in the authors string.
Igor Vladimirovich Grushvitzky (1916-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grushv.' in the authors string.