poor man's ginseng
"Poor man's ginseng" refers to herbs that are affordable alternatives to true ginseng, often used in traditional medicine for their health benefits.
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Definition
C1Herbal Medicine
(traditional)A flowering plant, also known as Dang Shen, used in Chinese herbal medicine for treating fatigue, digestive problems, and respiratory issues.
Example
- Codonopsis pilosula, or Dang Shen, is often referred to as poor man's ginseng due to its similar benefits.
C1Herbal Medicine
(traditional)A herb, also known as Jiaogulan, recognized for its adaptogenic properties and used to treat fatigue, stress, and digestive issues.
Example
- Gynostemma pentaphyllum, or Jiaogulan, is another herb known as poor man's ginseng.
C1Herbal Medicine
(traditional)A shrub native to Northeastern Asia, also called Eleuthero or Siberian ginseng, known for its stress-resisting properties.
Example
- Eleutherococcus senticosus is often called poor man's ginseng because it offers similar adaptogenic benefits.
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