Panax trifolius

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Panax trifolius
Scientific classification
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Panax
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Trifolius
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P. trifolius
Binomial name
Panax trifolius

Panax trifolius, commonly called Dwarf Ginseng, is plant native to the Northeastern and Appalachian regions of North America. It is found in low mesic woods with acidic soils. [1]

It produces an umbel of white flowers in late spring. Unlike some other members of the genus Panax, this species is not used in herbal medicine.

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