Contents
Description
Codonopsis Pilosula, commonly known as Dangshen, is a perennial herb belonging to the Campanulaceae family. It is native to the mountainous regions of China and is widely cultivated in Korea and Japan for its medicinal properties. The plant has a cylindrical, fleshy root that is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive disorders, fatigue, and respiratory ailments.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Phylum: | Tracheophyta |
| Class: | Magnoliopsida |
| Order: | Asterales |
| Family: | Campanulaceae |
| Genus: | Codonopsis |
Appearance
Codonopsis Pilosula has a straight stem that can grow up to 100 cm tall. The plant has long, narrow leaves that are alternate and toothed, with hairy undersides. The flowers are bell-shaped and can be white, purple, or blue. The fruit is a capsule that contains numerous small seeds.
Care Guide
Codonopsis Pilosula requires moderate watering and well-draining soil. It prefers partial shade but can tolerate full sun in cooler climates. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 5-9. Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Pests & Diseases
Codonopsis Pilosula is susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and rust. Spider mites and aphids can also infest the plant. To prevent these pests and diseases, ensure good air circulation around the plant and avoid overwatering.
Habitat
Codonopsis Pilosula is native to the mountainous regions of China, where it grows in forests and meadows at elevations of 1000-4000 meters. The plant prefers well-draining soil and partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: What are the medicinal properties of Codonopsis Pilosula?
A: Codonopsis Pilosula is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive disorders, fatigue, and respiratory ailments.
Q: Can Codonopsis Pilosula grow in full sun?
A: Codonopsis Pilosula can tolerate full sun in cooler climates but prefers partial shade.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Codonopsis Pilosula?
A: Codonopsis Pilosula is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Q: What pests can infest Codonopsis Pilosula?
A: Spider mites and aphids can infest Codonopsis Pilosula.
Related Plants
- Codonopsis Tangshen
- Codonopsis Pilosula var. modesta
- Codonopsis Javanica
References
- https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/codonopsis-plant/growing-codonopsis.htm
- https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=a617
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5365271/
