American Ginseng Root

(Panax quinquefolium)

American Ginseng is one of North America’s most prized and historically significant botanical exports — a slow-growing perennial native to the hardwood forests of the eastern United States and Canada, from the Appalachian Mountains to the Ozarks. Panax quinquefolium — whose genus name Panax derives from the Greek for “all-healing,” the same root as “panacea” — has been harvested from American forests since the early 18th century, when French Jesuit missionaries recognized its similarity to the Chinese ginseng (Panax ginseng) and began exporting it to China, where it was immediately prized as a premium botanical.

American Ginseng differs from Asian Ginseng in its ginsenoside profile — it is considered “cooler” in TCM energetics, in contrast to the “warming” nature of Korean/Asian ginseng. Its characteristic active compounds, the ginsenosides (particularly Rb1, Rc, and Rd), are unique in their ratio compared to other ginseng species. Glenbrook Farms sits right in the heart of the world’s greatest American Ginseng growing region — Appalachian Kentucky — which is why our pricing is so competitive for this premium root. Our American Ginseng is available in both Whole Root and Powder forms.

Product Highlights

• Root of Panax quinquefolium — American Ginseng
• Sourced from the Appalachian Kentucky region — the heart of American Ginseng country
• Rich in ginsenosides (Rb1, Rc, Rd) — the characteristic active compounds
• Distinct from Asian Ginseng in ginsenoside profile and TCM energetic classification
• Available in Whole Root and Powder forms
• No additives, fillers, or artificial ingredients

How to Use

Decoction: Simmer 1 teaspoon of whole or sliced American ginseng root in 2 cups of water for 20–30 minutes. Strain and drink as a traditional herbal decoction. Herbal Tea: Steep ginseng powder or sliced root in hot water for a milder preparation. Tincture: Use in alcohol-based tincture preparations — a popular traditional method. Capsules: Fill empty capsules with ginseng powder for a convenient herbal supplement. TCM Formulations: Traditionally combined with other adaptogenic roots and botanicals in classic herbal formulas.

Available in Whole Root (4 oz, 8 oz, 16 oz) and Powder (4 oz, 8 oz, 16 oz).

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare provider before use, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.