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Genus: Panax Species: trifolius Common Name: Dwarf Ginseng Family: Apiaceae + Araliaceae Order: Apiales Native: Nova Scotia To Wisconsin and Georgia Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 0.5 to 1foot Width: 0.5 to 1foot Flowering Season: Spring Flower Color: White tinged with pink Propagation: Seed Zone: 3-8 Note: This plant is suitable for herb and woodland gardens. Its seeds should be stratified before sowing. Prefers part shady to shady, moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil.