Panax
Panax, commonly known as Ginseng, is a renowned medicinal herb celebrated for its potent adaptogenic properties. Belonging to the Araliaceae family, these roots are used globally to enhance energy, reduce stress, and boost immune function. Whether used in traditional practices or modern wellness, Panax remains a cornerstone of herbalism.
- Scientific name: Panax
- Family: Not available
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide natural range across several key regions in East Asia. In the Russian Far East, it can be found growing within the Khabarovsk and Primorye territories. Its distribution extends significantly into China, where it inhabits the Manchuria region. Furthermore, the species is widespread throughout China's North-Central and South-Central areas. Collectively, these locations define the specific geographical footprint of the Panax genus.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Panax has 54 reported phytochemicals identified across 105 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ginsenosides, Rb1, Re, Rb2, Rc.
- Total chemicals
- 54
- Scientific sources
- 105
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ginsenosides | 14 | ★★★★★ |
| Rb1 | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Re | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Rb2 | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Rc | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Rg1 | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Rd | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Rg2 | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Rg3 | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Rh1 | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
Activities
Panax has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticarcinogenic, Antimutagenic, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticarcinogenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimutagenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Panax has 24 reported medicinal uses identified across 31 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, Alzheimer's disease, fatigue, alopecia, antiviral.
- Total uses
- 24
- Scientific sources
- 31
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Alzheimer's disease | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| fatigue | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alopecia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apoptosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bacterial infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardiovascular diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |