
© Steven Foster
© Steven Foster
This fact sheet provides basic information about Asian ginseng—common names, usefulness and safety, and resources for more information.
Common Names: Asian ginseng, Chinese ginseng, Korean ginseng, Asiatic ginseng, Oriental ginseng
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