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Panax pseudoginseng, tienchi ginseng
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Panax pseudoginseng, tienchi ginseng
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Apiales Araliaceae Asterid Eudicot Ginseng Herbal Panax Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Panax Quinquefolium
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This botanical illustration showcases the intricate details of Panax pseudoginseng, also known as tienchi ginseng, a member of the Araliaceae family and an essential component of traditional Chinese medicine. The illustration, held in the esteemed Botany Library Plate Collection at the Natural History Museum in London, offers a glimpse into the rich history of botanical discovery and documentation. The plant, depicted in vibrant red and green hues, is a flowering, dicotyledonous angiosperm, belonging to the eudicot clade Magnoliophyta. Its scientific name, Panax pseudoginseng, translates to 'all-healer' and 'false ginseng,' respectively, reflecting its traditional use in herbal medicine. The illustration reveals the plant's distinctive features, including its compound, palmately lobed leaves, and umbellate inflorescence with small, greenish-white flowers. The plant is native to the mountainous regions of China, Korea, and northeastern Russia, and it is a valuable source of ginsenosides, a class of compounds believed to have various health benefits. This illustration is a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world, as well as the dedication of botanical artists and collectors who meticulously documented plant specimens for scientific and historical purposes. The intricate details of the illustration provide valuable insights into the morphology and taxonomy of Panax pseudoginseng, contributing to our understanding of the plant kingdom and its rich biodiversity.
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