Panax quinquefolius

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 150 days

Germination: sow seed 1/2" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: may also require warm stratification, so germination may be delayed by 1 year.|Seeds that don’t germinate the first stratification cycle should be put through another warm/cold period.

Native to: Georgia, Maine, Minnesota, United States, Wisconsin

Introduced to: Canada

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American Ginseng, Huaquishen

The seed picture is from an old lot that had a red fungicide coating, but the current seeds DO NOT. They are dormant seeds that need stratification.

Panax quinquefolius

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 150 days

Germination: sow seed 1/2" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: may also require warm stratification, so germination may be delayed by 1 year.|Seeds that don’t germinate the first stratification cycle should be put through another warm/cold period.

Native to: Georgia, Maine, Minnesota, United States, Wisconsin

Introduced to: Canada

Native

Introduced

Discover the incredible benefits of Panax quinquefolius (American Ginseng, Huaquishen). Similar to Oriental Ginseng, this herbal remedy boasts adaptogenic, cardiotonic, demulcent, panacea, sedative, sialagogue, stimulant and stomachic properties. While it's commonly used for the treatment of chronic cough, low-grade fever, and night sweating, it's also known to help increase mental and physical performance and help the body adapt to stress and varying temperatures. Harvested in autumn, American Ginseng grows best in shady areas of woodland with a deep, moist, humus rich soil. With a history of traditional use by Native Americans, today American Ginseng is used by those searching for natural and safe remedies to promote their overall wellbeing. Try Panax quinquefolius American Ginseng for yourself and experience all of the incredible benefits it has to offer!