Sanchi, Sanchi ginseng
Panax wangianus

Family: Araliaceae

What it is like

A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. It has a short taproot. This is 2-3 cm long by 1-2 cm wide. The underground stems are short and stout. There is one winter bud at the ends. This develops a compound leaf that is divided twice like fingers on a hand.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows in western and south western China. It needs rich soil, part shade and good drainage.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China

How it is used for food

The root is used whole or sliced and boiled with chicken for a broth.

Edible parts

Root

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

San qi

Synonyms

Panax pseudoginseng var. wangianus (S. C. Sun) G. Hoo & C. J. Tseng;