A review on research trends of American ginseng: A bibliometric analysis
10.1097/st9.0000000000000085
- Author:
Ping YU
1
;
Haiyan WANG
2
;
Xin WANG
2
;
Jie ZHOU
3
;
Lei FANG
4
Author Information
1. School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, China; School of Biological Science and Technology, University of Jinan, Jinan, China
2. School of Biological Science and Technology, University of Jinan, Jinan, China
3. School of Biological Science and Technology, University of Jinan, Jinan, China; State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
4. School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan, China; School of Biological Science and Technology, University of Jinan, Jinan, China; State Key Laboratory for Quality Ensurance and Sustainable Use of Dao-di Herbs, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China; Shandong Engineering Research Center of Key Technologies for High-Value and High-Efficiency Full Industry Chain of Lonicera japonica, Shandong Zhongping Pharmaceutical Industry, Linyi, China
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
American ginseng;
Bibliometric analysis;
Research hotspots;
Research trends;
CiteSpace;
VOSviewer
- From:
Science of Traditional Chinese Medicine
2025;3(4):297-305
- CountryChina
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius L.), a widely used herbal medicine and dietary supplement, has attracted increasing attention from both academia and industry in recent years. To better understand the research frontiers and hotspots, we conducted a bibliometric analysis of American ginseng studies indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection from 1985 to 2024, using CiteSpace and VOSviewer. A total of 1169 publications were identified, with a marked increase in output since 2011. Hotspot analysis revealed growing interest in pharmacological effects, ginsenoside analysis, polysaccharide studies, and quality control. Furthermore, we assessed future research trends, suggesting that quality control and the modulation of gut microbiota will remain central topics. This study provides a clearer understanding of the evolving research landscape on American ginseng and offers guidance for future investigations.
