Alternate Names

Red Ginseng 
Asian Ginseng 
Panax Ginseng

Panax Ginseng Properties

Taste: Sweet and Bitter

Nature: Slightly Warm

Channels: Lung, Spleen

Uses for Panax Ginseng

• Replenishes and supplements original qi (Yuan Qi)
• Tonifies the Spleen Qi
• Supplements Lung yin
• Benefits the body fluid of the five organs
• Calms the spirit

White Ginseng Vs. Red Ginseng

Both of these are Panax (Asian) ginseng. Red ginseng is made by steaming and drying fresh (white) ginseng roots. White ginseng is harvested before four years, whereas red ginseng is harvested after six years or more and is said to improve with age.

Red ginseng is said to be stronger and more stimulating than white (fresh) ginseng, so that white ginseng is sometimes used for people who are overstimulated or are diagnosed with Interior Heat. 

White Panax ginseng should not be confused with American ginseng (XI YANG SHEN), which has entirely different properties and uses.

Panax Ginseng Side Effects and Safety

High doses can elevate blood pressure.
Those with Yin Deficiency Heat or Fire should avoid red Panax ginseng.
Pregnant women should consult their herbalist or health care provider before using any herb or drug.

Information is for educational purposes and is not meant to substitute for the advice of your health care provider. These statements have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease

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