Eleuthero / Siberian ginseng (Eleyterowòk (Jensan Siberi))

Traditionally used

Adaptogen: fatigue, stress, reduced mental/physical performance. Immune support. Convalescence.

Prepared as

Root, root bark

Chemistry

Eleutherosides (phenylpropanoids, lignans, sterols) — adaptogenic, immune modulating. Not chemically related to Panax ginseng.

In three languages

Kreyòl — Adaptojen: fatig, estrès, rekiperasyon. Sipò iminitè. Eleyterowòk (jensan Siberi) disponib nan diaspora ayisyen kòm plant adaptojèn pou fatig ak strès. Rasin nan ekstè pou pèfòmans fizik ak mantal.

Français — Adaptogène : fatigue, stress, réduction des performances mentales/physiques. Soutien immunitaire. Convalescence. L'éleuthérocoque (ginseng sibérien) est disponible dans la diaspora haïtienne comme plante adaptogène pour la fatigue et le stress; racine en extrait pour la performance physique et mentale.

Safety

Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.

⚑Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.

Kept alongside

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