Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zingiberensis
ID:
264422

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Y.Wu & Feng

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 13(2): 42 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263754

Common Names

  • Zingiber Ginseng
  • Zingiber Panax
  • Zingiber Chinese Ginseng

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Description

Panax zingiberensis (also called Zingiber 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 zingiberensis 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 zingiberensis is small and white, 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 zingiberensis is a perennial herb that prefers a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Panax zingiberensis

Panax zingiberensis 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 zingiberensis FAQ

What is the growth rate of Panax zingiberensis?

Panax zingiberensis is a slow-growing plant.

What is the optimal temperature for Panax zingiberensis?

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

What is the ideal soil for Panax zingiberensis?

Panax zingiberensis 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-146830: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.