Ginseng(Ren shen)

This medicinal is the dried root or rhizome of Panax Ginseng C.A.Mey.(Fam.raliaceae).The ones produced in Fusong country of jilin province being of the largest quanlity are called Jinlin Gingseng.The wild Ginseng,also called mountain Ginseng,is of the best quality.The wild Ginseng grown in the mountain forestr is called Linxiashen,while the cultivated one is known as Garden Ginseng,which is normally harvested after the plant has been growing for 6~7 years.Raw roots of Ginseng,after being washed clean and dried by sunlight,are known as suncured Ginseng;while those dried after having been steamed are known as red Ginseng.The fine roots produced in the process of preparation are known as Ginseng tassel.Mountain ginseng dried by sunlight is known as suncured mountain Ginseng.This medicinal is sliced or grounded for use.

Medicinal Properties:sweet,slightly bitter and  neutral.

Meridian Tropism:Lung,spleen and heart meridians.

Medicinal Efficacies:Replenish the primordial qi;tonify the spleen and lung;promote fluid production and induce tranquilization.

Usage and Dosage: 3~9g.In case of prostration syndrome,the recommended dosage can be as much as 15~30g.It should be simmered separately and later mixed with decoction of other medicinal herbs for oral administration.As to Wild ginseng,it is ground into powder for swallows,2g each time,two times per day.