Ginseng pharmacology investigation:U.S.status and our research progress

摘要

For several thousand years,ginseng is one of the most widely used Chinese herbal medicines.In oriental countries,ginseng has been used as a general tonic and to maintain,restore or increase health,vitality,and longevity.It was reported that Marco Polo was aware of Chinese ginseng,and the plant was brought to Europe possibly with the silk trade;but it is certain that the Arabs brought back ginseng from China in the 9th century.Currently,ginseng is a very commonly used herb in the West.