American Ginseng Root Powder 250g Northeast China Panax quinquefolius for Cooking and Tea

American Ginseng Root Powder, known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen (西洋参), from Panax quinquefolius, is a finely milled powder made from the root of Northeast China-grown American ginseng. In TCM theory it is considered cool in nature, sweet and slightly bitter, entering the heart, lung, and kidney channels. Traditionally associated with nourishing qi and yin, it is commonly used in teas, soups, and congee. This 250g bag is a food-grade agricultural product, not a medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Made from Panax quinquefolius root cultivated in Jilin, Northeast China
• Finely milled powder form for easy blending into drinks and dishes
• Known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen (西洋参), cool in nature and sweet-bitter in flavor
• Traditionally used to support qi and yin in TCM theory
• 250g resealable bag suitable for daily culinary and tea preparation

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically light beige to pale yellow with a fine, dry texture. It has a mild, earthy, slightly sweet aroma. When brewed or added to soups, it imparts a gentle bittersweet taste with a lingering sweetness. Color and aroma may vary slightly by batch.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed as a solo herbal tea
• Added to soups and broths
• Mixed into congee or porridge
• Blended into warm drinks or smoothies
• Used in daily cooking as a food ingredient

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, American ginseng root is traditionally used to nourish qi and yin, and is often prepared as a decoction or tea. It is commonly paired with herbs such as wolfberry or jujube in soups and congee. Folk practice includes simmering the root or powder in water for daily consumption, especially during warmer months or when feeling fatigued. It is also used in seasonal tonic foods.

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