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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
