*Caisan* is a perennial herbaceous plant, also known asGinsengincluding *Caisan*, wild ginseng, mountain ginseng, wild ginseng, and *Phytolacca acutifolia*.Spinachincluding *Yuan San*, *Feili San*, or false ginseng.

Images of the young stems and leaves of *Caisan*

*Caisan* can be grown in gardens, both for ornamental purposes and as a vegetable. The main edible parts are the young stems and leaves, and the enlarged, fleshy roots underground.The young stems and leaves containprotein, amino acids, vitamin C, calcium, iron, and zinc. They are crisp, tender, and suitable for stir-frying, making soup, or hot pot.Nutrients such as protein, amino acids, Vitamin C, calcium, iron, and zinc, with a tender and crisp texture, suitable for stir-frying, making soups, or steaming.Images of the fleshy roots of *Caisan*The fleshy roots of *Caisan* can be eaten cold or cooked with meat, and can also be used as medicine. They have effects such as replenishing qi and nourishing the body, moistening the lungs and generating saliva, promoting lactation, and reducing swelling and pain. They can be used as an auxiliary treatment for conditions such as qi deficiency and fatigue, dry cough, and body deficiency.

Note:

The flowers of *Caisan* should not be eaten in excess, especially not by children. Excessive consumption can lead to precocious puberty in children.

Reminder:

Do not eat too many "caisan" (flower buds), especially not for children, as it can lead to precocious puberty.