Jiaogulan - Immortality Herb

Description

Jiaogulan - Immortality Herb Gynostemma pentaphyllum - works better than ginseng Growth: Vigorous, undemanding climbing perennial, climbing aid needed (stakes, trellises, etc.), then climbs up independently, is also suitable as a hanging or ground covering perennialLeaves: Juicy green, lobedFlowers: Dioecious, white-greenish, July-August, unimpressiveSize: Can climb up to 2 m, easily to prune, forms tendrils and climbs itselfLocation: Shade to sun, but grows best in partial shade, hardy to -15 C, perennial, the above ground part freezes and grows new again in the springIn pots, it can be overwinter at about 15°C - there are constantly fresh leaves for tea, protect against snails/slugsSoil: Permeable, nutrient-rich substrateSpacing: 1 plant per pot, 40 cm, easy to grow as a small potted plant on the windowsill.Part of plant: Leaves, slightly sweet, herb, like licorice, young shoot tipsIngredients: Active ingredient of GinsengPreparation: Tea, fresh or dried leaves, use shoot tips in saladsGood for: Regulates blood pressure, lowers cholesterol, lowers blood values, strengthens the immune system, anti-carcinogenic