Bulk Prince Ginseng Root — Pseudostellaria heterophylla
Dried Pseudostellariae Radix (Tai Zi Shen) grown in Shibing, Guizhou, and supplied in bulk to herbal ingredient buyers, distributors and processors worldwide.
Product Identity
Prince Ginseng is the common trade name used here for Pseudostellaria heterophylla and should not be confused with Panax ginseng.
| Common / Trade Name | Prince Ginseng |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | Tai Zi Shen / 太子参 |
| Botanical Name | Pseudostellaria heterophylla (Miq.) Pax |
| Pharmacopoeial Name | Pseudostellariae Radix |
| Plant Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Plant Part | Root / root tuber |
| Origin | Shibing, Guizhou, China |
| Primary Supply Form | Dried root |
| Secondary Supply Form | Extract available on request |
From Shibing Origin
Why Shibing? Not marketing — according to regional industry information, cultivation in the region dates back to the 1990s, with a specialised grower network and a formal standards system for this exact crop.
- Regional cultivation history dating back to the 1990s
- National cultivation standard: GB/T 40136-2021
- Seed & seed-root standard: GB/T 40137-2021
- Regional GI product standard: DB52/T 991-2015
Root Appearance & Sorting Examples
Material is sorted after drying: broken pieces, off-colour roots and foreign matter are removed. The photos above show typical root appearance from our supply — they are not grade definitions. Actual grading specifications are confirmed by batch and buyer requirements — ask us for photos of the current material and the grades available.
Specification
| Appearance | Dried whole root tubers, pale yellow to yellowish-brown (see photos) |
|---|---|
| Origin | Shibing, Guizhou, China |
| Plant part | Root / root tuber |
| Botanical identity | Pseudostellaria heterophylla (Miq.) Pax — documented per batch |
| Moisture / Ash / Foreign matter | Specification available by batch |
| Pesticide residue / Heavy metals / Microbiology | Testing per destination-market requirement — documentation by batch |
| Storage | Cool, dry, ventilated storage away from odours; off-floor on pallets |
| Packaging | Bulk export packaging with moisture protection; customised options on request |
We deliberately do not publish blanket specification numbers. Every figure we quote is tied to a real batch COA — request the current batch specification with your enquiry.
Quality Documents
Batch documentation is prepared for each shipment and shared with buyers during quotation.
Available for Current Batch
Documents for the current batch — for example the batch COA and botanical identification — are shared directly with buyers during the quotation process. We do not publish document templates; request the current batch documents with your enquiry.
Testing / Documents That Can Be Arranged on Request
- Botanical identification
- Heavy metal testing
- Pesticide residue testing
- Microbiology testing
- Destination-market test scope
Subject to the current batch and buyer requirements — scope is agreed before the order.
Cultivation & Processing Chain
Packaging
Bulk Packaging
Export-grade bulk packaging with inner moisture-protection liner; per-unit weights and formats quoted per order.
Customised Packaging
Pack weights, labels and carton marking can be customised for volume orders — agreed before the season’s material is packed.
Sample Packaging
Samples are tightly sealed in small evaluation packs, separate from bulk format.
Prince Ginseng Extract Supply Available
Extract processing can be arranged through qualified processing partners. We do not operate our own extraction line — and we say so plainly.
What We Coordinate
Supply of Pseudostellaria heterophylla extract for buyers who need a processed ingredient rather than raw root: sourcing of the root feedstock, coordination with the processing partner, and consolidated documentation through to your delivery point.
What the Processing Partner Documents
Extract specification — extraction ratio, solvent system, appearance, mesh and marker content — is defined per requirement and documented by the qualified processing partner. We stay transparent about who manufactures what.
Applications
Traditional Herbal Raw Material
Dried Pseudostellaria root supplied as a traditional herbal raw material for TCM pharmacies, distributors and herbal material traders.
Botanical Extraction
Shibing-grown root used as feedstock for botanical extraction, supplied with origin information and batch documentation.
Herbal Formulation
Root material for manufacturers developing herbal formulations that require consistent, traceable Tai Zi Shen.
Ingredient Processing
Primary processing — cleaning, drying, sorting and packing — arranged to match ingredient processors’ intake requirements.
Applications are subject to destination-market regulations and customer formulation requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the botanical name of Prince Ginseng?
Prince Ginseng is the trade name used on this site for Pseudostellaria heterophylla (Miq.) Pax, known in Chinese materia medica as Pseudostellariae Radix (Tai Zi Shen). It is a member of the Caryophyllaceae family and is not related to Panax ginseng.
Is Prince Ginseng the same as Panax ginseng?
No. Despite the name, Prince Ginseng is Pseudostellaria heterophylla, a different plant from a different botanical family. See our article “Prince Ginseng vs Panax Ginseng” for a detailed comparison.
Where is your Prince Ginseng grown?
Our supply comes from growing bases in Shibing, Guizhou, China — one of the established Pseudostellaria regions in the country. You can see the actual fields, harvest and processing on our Growing Base page.
Can you provide bulk dried root?
Yes. Dried Pseudostellaria root is our primary supply form, prepared from harvest through cleaning, drying, sorting and bulk packing. Tell us your quantity and specification requirements through the quote form.
Is Prince Ginseng extract available?
Extract supply can be arranged through qualified processing partners. We do not operate our own extraction line, so we present this as a sourcing service rather than in-house manufacturing.
Can you provide a sample before ordering?
Yes, samples are available for serious buyers so you can verify root appearance, grade and botanical identity before committing to a bulk order. Request one via the quote form or WhatsApp.
What testing documents are available?
Specifications and test documentation are provided by batch. Depending on the batch, this can include botanical identification, moisture, SO2 and relevant contaminant testing. We do not publish general specification numbers without a batch COA behind them.
What packaging is available for bulk orders?
Bulk export packaging with moisture protection is standard, and customized packaging and labelling can be discussed for volume orders. See our bulk packaging guide in Insights for what buyers typically specify.
What is the MOQ and lead time?
MOQ and lead time depend on the season, grade and volume, so we quote them per order instead of publishing numbers that may not match your requirement. Send us your target quantity and we will confirm current availability.
Can you provide batch traceability?
Yes. Supply is organized so that each lot can be linked to harvest season, growing area, processing batch and packaging records. Our Quality & Traceability page explains the full chain.