Dangshen, also known as Codonopsis Pilosula, Huangshen, Fangdangshen, Shangdangshen, Shitou Shen, Zhongling Cao, Huangdang, etc., is a commonly used traditional tonic in China. In ancient times, Dangshen produced in Shangdang area of Shanxi province was considered the best, with the functions of tonifying the middle and benefiting the qi, invigorating the spleen and benefiting the lungs. Now let's take a look at the distribution of Dangshen production areas!
Distribution of Dangshen Production Areas
Dangshen is mainly produced in southeastern Tibet, western Sichuan, northwest Yunnan, eastern and southern Gansu, southern Shaanxi, Guizhou, Ningxia, eastern Qinghai, Henan, Shandong, Shanxi, Hebei, Inner Mongolia and Northeast China. It can also be found in North Korea, Mongolia, and the Russian Far East. There is a large amount of cultivation throughout the country.
Environmental Requirements for Dangshen Production Areas
Dangshen prefers a mild and cool climate, is cold-resistant, and its roots can survive in the soil during winter. Seedlings prefer moist and shaded conditions and are afraid of strong light. Lack of water after sowing makes it difficult for the seedlings to emerge, and lack of water after emergence can cause mass death. High temperatures can cause root rot. Mature plants prefer abundant sunlight and are suitable for cultivation in sandy loam soil with deep soil, good drainage, loose texture, and rich humus content.
Hometowns of Dangshen in China
1. Dangshen from Weiyuan: Weiyuan County in Gansu province, known as the "Millennium Medicine Hometown," is the "Hometown of Dangshen in China." It has been known as the "birthplace of Dangshen" since ancient times due to its high altitude, suitable temperature, large temperature difference between day and night, and lack of pollution, which have contributed to the fame of its medicinal materials.
2. Shangdang Dangshen: Dangshen was initially used to refer to the Panax ginseng produced in Shangdang, Shanxi (now Changzhi City). It is also known as "Shangdang ginseng" and is commonly referred to as Dangshen. There are many varieties of Dangshen in Changzhi, distributed in counties such as Pingshun, Huguan, Changzi, Lucheng, Licheng, and Wuxiang. It not only has a large sales volume nationwide, but also enjoys a high reputation in Asian countries. Shangdang Dangshen is a geographical indication trademark.
3. Luolong Dangshen: Luolong Dangshen is a specialty of Luolong Town, Daozhen County, Zunyi City, Guizhou Province. It is also known as Luodang. It is highly regarded for its tender flesh and high medicinal value and is a geographical indication protected product.
