Panax wangianus S.C.Sun

A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. It has a short taproot. This is 2-3 cm long by 1-2 cm wide. The underground stems are short and stout. There is one winter bud at the ends. This develops a compound leaf that is divided twice like fingers on a hand.

It is a temperate plant. It grows in western and south western China. It needs rich soil, part shade and good drainage.

The root is used whole or sliced and boiled with chicken for a broth.

Can be grown by seedlings.