Is ginseng fruit a fruit or a vegetable?

Is ginseng fruit a fruit or a vegetable?

Ginseng fruit is also called longevity fruit, phoenix fruit, and beautiful fruit. It is both a fruit and a vegetable. It is a plant of the Rosaceae family and the Panax genus. The shape of the fruit resembles a human heart and has a high edible value. The fruits are mostly mature and available in April and May.

Nutritional value of ginseng fruit

Ginseng fruit tastes fragrant, sweet, crispy and juicy. The most common way to eat it is to eat it directly. It tastes very good when eaten raw. In addition, it can also be stir-fried as a vegetable and meat slices. The taste will be better after peeling.

The nutritional value of ginseng fruit is very high. The fruit is rich in calcium, potassium, amino acids, protein, vitamins and other substances. It can supplement nutrition for the human body, improve immunity, and protect the cardiovascular system and prevent cancer.

Ginseng fruit origin and planting

The main producing areas of ginseng fruit in my country are Yunnan, Gansu, Qinghai, Sichuan, Guizhou, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi and other provinces. Among them, the ginseng fruit in Gansu has the best quality, and it is known as the "Hometown of Chinese Ginseng Fruit".

Ginseng fruit can be planted all year round and can be harvested about 50 days after planting. It is best planted in loose, fertile, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter.