Description
American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) is a herbaceous perennial plant in the ivy family. American ginseng was formerly particularly widespread in the Appalachian and Ozark regions (and adjacent forested regions such as Pennsylvania, New York and Ontario). It is also grown commercially, under artificial shade, woods cultivated, or wild-simulated methods, in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Wisconsin, particularly Marathon County, accounts for about 95% of production in the United States. It is also widely grown in Ontario, Canada and China.
Function
American Ginseng extract can be used in treatment and prevention of hepatitis and cirrhosis. To improve the memory of the elderly. To enhance physical strengthand inhibit senescence. American Ginseng extract can rapidly improve ischemia myocardial, so it can be used in treatment and prevention of coronary heart disease.