Bio-Botanica, Inc. Ginseng Root American, In Glycerin is a product derived from the plant family Araliaceae with the Latin name Panax quinquefolius. Its key chemical constituents include ginsenosides, which are terpenoid saponins. This product is associated with functional categories in food, beverage, and dietary supplements, including flavors, digestive support, sexual health, and nervous system support. In cosmetic and personal care, it is related to skin care. American ginseng is native to the eastern United States and grows in the shade of northern hardwood forests. It contains beneficial constituents like ginsenosides and polysaccharides. American ginseng is considered a 'yin tonic,' known for its cooling and calming properties, in contrast to the warming and stimulating characteristics of Asian ginseng.