American Ginseng

American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) is a flowering plant of the Ivy family Araliaceae. It is a perennial herb native to North America, especially the eastern United States and parts of Canada. It is a member of the genus Panax, which also includes Asian ginseng. American ginseng has been traditionally used in Native American and Chinese herbal medicine for a variety of health purposes.

American ginseng has been used to improve overall health. It is also used to boost the immune system and help fight stress and illness. There are different types of ginseng. Asian ginseng (from China and Korea) has been used to treat unclear thinking and diabetes.