Codonopsis is a flowering plant.
It is perennial.
It grows in a moist climate.
It grows up to 3 M.
Best used for Chronic Fatigue.
In TCM : Codonopsis Root : Dang Shen, Xi Dang
Codonopsis Rhizome : Dang Shen Lu Tou
In TCM it is a Qi and Blood tonic herb
Organ affinity is Spleen and Lungs
Meridians Affected: Lungs and Spleen.
Antagonistic activity : Action of
Codonopsis and
Veratrum Nigrum are opposite in nature. They may antidote, cancel, reduce and or adversely affect the prognosis of each other.
NOTE : If Ginseng is not available you can use Codonopsis as a substitute for Ginseng.
Discuss it with your health care practitioner before using it.