Popular interest in American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) has grown with stories of plant poachers and traders featured on more than one reality TV series this year. The series feature a few mountaineers stealing ginseng from their neighbors, and others poaching on government forest land. Some of the dynamics they get right; they also include some misconceptions about plant protection and the prices that ginseng can fetch. This talk will share true tales and set the record straight.

Featuring David A. Taylor, Author, Ginseng, the Divine Root.

Date: Friday, September 26, 2014
Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory Classroom
FREE: Pre-registration required

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