noun
- Plural of ginseng; roots of plants of the genus Panax, used in traditional medicine and herbal remedies.
Usage: Usually used in the singular form 'ginseng' when referring to the plant or its root; plural 'gensengs' is less common but used when discussing multiple varieties or harvested roots.
Examples
- The herbalist sold several different gensengs at the market.
- Asian and American gensengs have different medicinal properties.
- Farmers cultivate gensengs for export to health supplement companies.
- Traditional medicine practitioners recommend various gensengs for boosting energy.
- The store carries gensengs in dried, powdered, and extract forms.