The difference between ginseng and codonopsis

Ginseng is a perennial herb, mainly produced in Northeast China, North Korea, South Korea, etc. It has the effects of nourishing yin and strengthening the body. Ginseng has good medicinal value and is often used as a tonic medicine. It is suitable for adjusting blood pressure and restoring heart function. Codonopsis has good medicinal value like ginseng. Many people are familiar with ginseng, but they are unfamiliar with the concept of codonopsis. So, what is the difference between ginseng and codonopsis?

It is precisely because ginseng and codonopsis have very good effects on nourishing the human body and are often used as medicines, so many people cannot distinguish the difference between ginseng and codonopsis. Therefore, it is necessary for everyone to have a clear understanding of ginseng and codonopsis. The following is an introduction to the "difference between ginseng and codonopsis":

First of all, the main function of Codonopsis pilosula is to replenish qi. It is most suitable for people who usually feel tired, weak and lack of energy. People with weak lung qi who have a deep voice, feel short of breath, and become breathless with the slightest activity. People who mainly suffer from spleen and stomach qi deficiency, weakness in the limbs, loss of appetite, and loose stools should also use Codonopsis pilosula. Dang Shen is often used in combination with Atractylodes macrocephala, Poria cocos, and roasted licorice. This is the famous prescription Sijunzi Decoction for replenishing Qi and strengthening the spleen. For those with weak lung and spleen qi, it is advisable to use a combination of Codonopsis pilosula, Astragalus membranaceus, Atractylodes macrocephala, Poria cocos, tangerine peel, Angelica sinensis, Cimicifuga heracleifolia, Bupleurum chinense, roasted licorice, ginger and jujube. This is the famous Buzhong Yiqi Decoction.

Moreover, Codonopsis pilosula is similar to ginseng, but has fewer branches, and only the upper 1 to 3 cm part of the root has ring marks. It is slightly softer in texture and has fewer cracks in the cross section. The taste is slightly sour. It is long cylindrical, slightly curved, 10-35cm long and 0.4-2cm in diameter. There are many wart-like protrusions on the root head, and the top of the stem scar is concave dot-shaped; there are dense annular horizontal lines under the root head, which gradually become sparse downwards, and some are up to half of the total length. The cultivated products have few or no annular lines; there are longitudinal wrinkles and scattered transverse lenticels all over the body, and there are often dark brown gelatinous substances at the broken roots. The texture is slightly hard or slightly tough, the cross section is slightly flat, with cracks or radial texture, the cortex is light yellowish white to light brown, and the wood is light yellow. Has a special aroma, slightly sweet taste

The above is the introduction of "The difference between ginseng and codonopsis". I believe everyone has a new understanding and knows the difference between ginseng and codonopsis. I believe you will never mistake codonopsis for ginseng again. Although both are very good tonic medicines, there are still obvious differences. Therefore, friends must pay attention.