Panax quinquefolius
Ginseng, American Ginseng
Family:
Genseng (Araliaceae)
Lifespan:
Perennial
Height:
8-24" (20-60 cm)
Flower Color:
Greenish-white
Flower Size:
.1" (.25 cm) in width
Bloom Season:
May through August
Fruit:
A cluster of bright red berries
Conditions:
Cool, rich, moist woods
Sunlight:
Shade
Moisture:
Ginseng will not tolerate wet soils but it does need occasional moisture
The root is highly prized by the Chinese as a medicinal substance
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