Although there are many types of ginseng, one cultivated in North America called
Panax quinquefolius or «North American ginseng» has become popular as a remedy for colds and flu.
, North American (
Panax quinquefolius) and Asian Ginseng (Panax ginseng) Preparations for Prevention of the Common Cold in Healthy Adults: A Systematic Review, 2011
It comes in several varieties, the most common being Asian (Panax ginseng), American (
Panax quinquefolius), and Siberian Ginseng (Eleuthero).
Extracts of: Poria Sclerotium (Poria cocos), Chinese Yam Root (Dioscorea oppositifolia), Anemarrhena Rhizome (Anemarrhena asphodeloides), Astragalus Root (Astragalus membranaceus), American Ginseng Root (
Panax quinquefolius)
Not exact matches
There are two main species or types of ginseng in the
Panax genus with great medicinal and economic importance: Asian ginseng (P. ginseng)- which is native to China and other areas of East Asia - and Wild ginseng (P.
quinquefolius), originating from North America.