Panax quinquefolius

American Ginseng

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Native North American herbaceous perennial prized for medicinal rhizomes. Lobed leaves grow in whorls of five, thriving in cool, shaded woodland settings with high humidity.
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Plant Details

Common Name American Ginseng
Family Araliaceae
Genus Panax
Species Quinquefolius
Origin North America
Blooming Small greenish-white umbels, rarely flowers indoors
Leaf Color Medium to deep green
Sunlight Shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich loamy soil with high organic matter, well-drained but moisture-retentive, pH 5.0-6.5

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Deep shade preferred, direct sun causes leaf burn and stress

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Fertilization

Apply balanced organic fertilizer in spring when shoots emerge, avoid high nitrogen late season

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Pruning

Remove dead foliage after frost to prevent disease carryover

Pest Control Aphid Root Nematode 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 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 7 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
300 – 4500
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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