Java Ginseng (Talinum paniculatum)

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Hardy, Nutritious Leafy Green

Common Names: Java Ginseng, Fame Flower, Pink Baby’s Breath, Philippine Ginseng
Family: Talinaceae
Origin: Tropical Americas and Southeast Asia

Java Ginseng (Talinum paniculatum) is a fast-growing, hardy plant known for its medicinal uses and nutritional value. Despite its common name, Java Ginseng is not related to true ginseng but is widely used in traditional medicine for its health-boosting properties. This leafy green plant features fleshy, succulent leaves and delicate, pink flowers, making it both an edible and ornamental addition to gardens. The plant is easy to grow and is highly valued for its leaves, which can be consumed fresh in salads or cooked like spinach. Java Ginseng is known to be rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, supporting overall wellness.

Distinctive Features, Uses, and Nutritional Value

Leaves: Java Ginseng produces fleshy, succulent leaves that are high in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium and iron. The leaves have a slightly tangy, spinach-like flavor and can be eaten fresh in salads or cooked in soups and stir-fries. These leaves are also used in traditional medicine, where they are believed to boost energy, improve immune function, and support general health.

Flowers: The plant blooms with clusters of small, pink or magenta flowers on tall, slender stems, adding ornamental value to gardens. These delicate flowers attract pollinators, making Java Ginseng an attractive option for wildlife gardens.

Growth Habit: Java Ginseng is a hardy perennial that grows rapidly in warm climates, reaching 2-3 feet tall. Its tolerance for a variety of soil types and minimal care requirements make it an ideal choice for beginner gardeners.

Java Ginseng: The Hardy, Nutritious Leafy Green

Botanical Name: Talinum paniculatum
Common Names: Java Ginseng, Fame Flower, Pink Baby’s Breath, Philippine Ginseng
Family: Talinaceae
Origin: Tropical Americas and Southeast Asia

Java Ginseng (Talinum paniculatum) is a fast-growing, hardy plant known for its medicinal uses and nutritional value. Despite its common name, Java Ginseng is not related to true ginseng but is widely used in traditional medicine for its health-boosting properties. This leafy green plant features fleshy, succulent leaves and delicate, pink flowers, making it both an edible and ornamental addition to gardens. The plant is easy to grow and is highly valued for its leaves, which can be consumed fresh in salads or cooked like spinach. Java Ginseng is known to be rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, supporting overall wellness.

Distinctive Features, Uses, and Nutritional Value

Leaves: Java Ginseng produces fleshy, succulent leaves that are high in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium and iron. The leaves have a slightly tangy, spinach-like flavor and can be eaten fresh in salads or cooked in soups and stir-fries. These leaves are also used in traditional medicine, where they are believed to boost energy, improve immune function, and support general health.
Flowers: The plant blooms with clusters of small, pink or magenta flowers on tall, slender stems, adding ornamental value to gardens. These delicate flowers attract pollinators, making Java Ginseng an attractive option for wildlife gardens.
Growth Habit: Java Ginseng is a hardy perennial that grows rapidly in warm climates, reaching 2-3 feet tall. Its tolerance for a variety of soil types and minimal care requirements make it an ideal choice for beginner gardeners.

Medicinal and Culinary Uses

Java Ginseng is widely used in Southeast Asian cuisine and traditional medicine. Its nutrient-rich leaves are incorporated into salads, soups, and stir-fries, while in folk medicine, it is believed to enhance stamina, lower blood sugar, and aid digestion. The plant is also used in herbal teas and tonics to promote general wellness.

Plant Type: 
Perennial Evergreen Herb

Java Ginseng is a fast growing herb that can be grown as an annual for smaller harvests in colder climates.

Jewels of Opar is a succulent shrub. 

Harvest Season: 
Year-round; Blooms year-round.

Mature Size: 
1-2 ft tall and wide

Soil & Moisture: 
Does well in poor soils. Likes sandy, well-draining soil. Excellent for rock gardens and hot areas, as well as rich moist dense areas.

Light Requirements: 
Full Sun, Part Shade

Self-Fertile: 
Yes

Growth Rate:
Fast

Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 8-11 as a perennial, 4-11 as an annual; Patio/Greenhouse 4+

Propagation:
Grown from seed and cutting and able to harvest within the growing season.
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    Wendy P.
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    I recommend this product
    Years Gardening 10+
    Grown This Variety Before? No
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Impressed.

    my cat jumped into the box as I was getting the staples out. she broke off part of the ginseng. I put the broken part in water as it had a bloom. It now has a full root system. now I have another plant!

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    Mohemad
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 years ago
    more info please

    Dear this plant will die in winter if the temperature go under 0 centigrade? so the root analysis is look like Korean ginseng or not? How much is the root price is it suitable for commercial planting ?

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