North American Ginseng, Panax quinquefolium L : Cultivation, Phytochemistry, Medical Uses, Advanced Processing, and Safety and Regulation

A resource for health care workers, scientists, and the general reader, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of research of North American ginseng as a crop and medicine.

A particular focus on preclinical medical studies highlights the vast potential of therapeutic uses of North American ginseng.

A multidisciplinary approach allows readers to become familiar with all aspects of the ginseng industry and strengthens the understanding of the potential avenues for its improvement from cultivation to consumption.