About this episode

The episode explores the world of ginseng, discussing its origins, cultivation, and conservation efforts.

Hosts Jason Bonham and Dylan Wrubel welcome horticulture staff members Sachaly Rosario Rivera and Emma McGee to discuss ginseng, including its “all-healing” origins, slow life cycle, pollinators, cultivation methods, medicinal uses, high prices, and poaching that drives strict harvest regulations. They share folklore, history of U.S. export to China, and conservation resources like United Plant Savers. The group also debates most frustrating plants to work with, plus updates on conservatory bed renovations.

People in this episode

Hosts: Jason Bonham, Dylan Wrubel

Guests: Sachaly Rosario Rivera, Emma McGee

Topics covered

• ginseng
• horticulture
• medicinal uses
• conservation
• cultivation methods
• folklore
• harvest regulations

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: United Plant Savers

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