Panax notoginseng

Sanqi

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A perennial herb from the Araliaceae family, prized for its medicinal root tubers containing ginsenosides. Native to Southwest China, it grows well in shaded environments.
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Plant Details

Common Name Sanqi
Family Araliaceae
Genus Panax
Species Notoginseng
Origin Yunnan/Guangxi, China
Blooming Umbels in late summer after 3-4 years from seed
Leaf Color Dark green with silver veins
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich loamy soil with high organic matter and excellent drainage

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Watering

Moderate moisture, keep soil slightly moist but never waterlogged; reduce watering during dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers deep shade or filtered light, mimicking forest understory conditions to prevent leaf scorch

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Fertilization

Light feeding during active growth, avoid high nitrogen to preserve root quality

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Pruning

Remove dead and yellowish leaves timely to prevent fungal spread

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Mar
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Aug
Sep
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
45% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
600 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 250
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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