Science of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;3(1):8-14

doi:10.1097/st9.0000000000000058

Challenges of continuous cropping obstacles in Panax ginseng: Formation and response mechanisms

Kang CHEN 1 ; Yuru TONG 2 ; Tielin WANG 1 ; Xiuteng ZHOU 1 ; Junhui ZHOU 1 ; Yang GE 1 ; Han ZHENG 1 ; Muyao YU 3 ; Yunfeng LUO 4 ; Ruifeng JI 5

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Keywords

Panax ginseng; Continuous cropping obstacle; Formation mechanism; Response mechanism

Country

China

Language

English

Abstract

Panax ginseng, a perennial herbaceous plant and a representative of the Panax genus, is renowned for its exceptional medicinal value and economic benefits, often referred to as the “King of Herbs.” With the increasing market demand and the limited availability of suitable cultivation land, the issue of continuous cropping obstacles for P. ginseng has become increasingly prominent, directly hindering the sustainable development of the ginseng industry. This article summarizes the concept and hazards of continuous cropping obstacles and, drawing on the latest research, provides an in-depth analysis of the causes and response mechanisms. This work aims to establish a solid foundation for future research into the mechanisms of continuous cropping obstacles in P. ginseng.