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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: Eastern United States

Introduced to: Canada

Native

Introduced

Panax quinquefoliusPanax quinquefolius

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.

In Stock: 0.037 lb (Total:0.037lb)

Panax quinquefolius

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Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

12,375

Quantity:

0.04 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2025

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Item ID:

1837233

Characteristics

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: Eastern United States

Introduced to: Canada

Native

Introduced

Discover the extraordinary benefits of Panax quinquefolius, commonly known as American Ginseng. This remarkable 1-2 foot herbaceous perennial thrives in the nutrient-rich forests of Eastern North America, favoring 70% shade and humus-rich soils. Known for its adaptogenic properties, American Ginseng helps combat stress while enhancing mental efficiency and physical performance, making it one of the most sought-after medicinal herbs in the United States. However, due to overharvesting, it is now considered vulnerable, making sustainable cultivation vital.

From late spring to early summer, witness the modest beauty of its tiny, mildly fragrant umbel flowers that transition into clusters of striking red berries by late summer. With a preference for part to full shade and medium moisture, American Ginseng is ideal for herb gardens, woodland settings, or native plant gardens. Ensure adequate soil moisture and avoid wild harvesting to preserve this incredible plant. Embrace the natural vitality of Panax quinquefolius and support preservation efforts by choosing sustainably grown options for your botanical or medicinal pursuits.