Xi Yang Shen (American Ginseng)

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American Ginseng, Xi Yang Shen, is cool in nature and is stronger in nourishing the yin and sedating fire, while its qi-tonic action is weaker than that of Ren Shen.  Xi Yang Shen is best used for those with both qi and yin deficiencies as is often seen in Lung yin-deficient fire.

Chinese Herb

Xi Yang Shen (American Ginseng); Panax quinquefolium; Radix Panacis Quinquefolii

This type of ginseng is more cooling than other varieties and not as strong in its tonifying action. It is used more commonly as a Qi supplement and to generate fluids, and nourish the yin.

Properties

Sweet, bitter, cold

Channels Entered

Kidney, Heart, Lung