What is the difference between Panax notoginseng and Panax notoginseng

1. Origin of the name

You know what, this name is really very interesting.

In ancient times, there was a young man named Zhang who always had blood coming out of his mouth.

Doctor Tian happened to pass by and used herbal medicine to stop Xiao Zhang's bleeding, with quite good results. So, Xiao Zhang asked Dr. Tian for the seeds of this herb and planted them in his own yard.

When the herbs grew out the next year, I found that they were growing very well. At this time, the prefect posted a notice that his daughter had a similar disease, and if anyone could cure her, he would marry her. When Xiao Zhang saw it, he felt a sense of pride that this was exactly what he wanted, and he quickly gave the medicine to the prefect. But what I didn’t expect was that the master’s daughter died!

The prefect arrested Xiao Zhang and Doctor Tian. Dr. Tian explained that this herb is only effective for three to seven years! Doctor Tian cut his thigh on the spot and applied the medicine powder he brought with him to the wound, which stopped the bleeding immediately. The prefect had no choice but to release Dr. Tian.

Therefore, Panax notoginseng means that this herb takes three to seven years to be used.

2. Two names for one herb

Perhaps the one that everyone is familiar with is Panax notoginseng. To be precise, there is no difference between the two. Contrary to what everyone thinks, Panax notoginseng is the real name and Panax notoginseng is the nickname. Also mentioned above. Tianqi was passed down by Doctor Tian, ​​hence the name. So, who likes to call it Panax notoginseng and who likes to call it Tianqi? People in Wenshan area mostly call it Panax notoginseng, while people in other places mostly call it Tianqi.

Okay, now you know, they are all the same thing, it doesn’t matter what they are called. Go and share this knowledge with your friends right now!