Whole-root details
Origin, order size, preparation, and storage.Whole dried Wisconsin-grown American ginseng roots from our 5-year crop. This is the oldest whole-root option we offer, sold by net weight.
What you receive
Choose 8 oz, 1 lb, 5 lb, or 10 lb. The weight selected at checkout is the weight that ships.
What the age means
5-year describes cultivation time. Root shape, size, color, crown, and branching vary naturally, and appearance can overlap between ages.
How to use it
Carefully slice the dried root before steeping or cooking. Add thin slices to hot water, soup, broth, or congee and adjust the amount and time to taste.
Compare root ages
Read the root age guide or compare every whole-root option.
Storage
Keep the roots sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Safety: Ask a qualified healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or managing a health condition.
The American ginseng has a rich, natural aroma and a very authentic taste. It’s quite firm and hard to cut when dry, but I actually think that’s a good sign of its quality. Overall, I’m very happy with it—the flavor is excellent and the quality feels great. Highly recommend!
I purchased the 5-Year bag and am very pleased with the quality. The roots are well-formed and nicely packaged, with a natural ginseng aroma and a mild, slightly bitter taste when brewed. Overall, it seems fresh and high quality, and it’s convenient to use for making tea
It exceeds my expectation. The product is very clean and high quality
The product is of excellent quality and has a high ginseng content. The staff are very friendly and helpful.
it arrived on time i tried it for first time, i feel better already.
I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect but the roots and the tea taste pleasantly earthy and truly pack an energy punch without the caffeine. The tea bags as super easy (though I would suggest a longer string for bigger mugs). Because the whole root is so dry and hard, I usually soak it and then cut it once soft, which happens more quickly than I’d guess (a few hours/half a day?). Now I’m excited to using it in new ways!
Bought 10 pounds of 5 year old ginseng and very satisfied with the quality and the customer service. I definitely will buy again and recommend Heil to my family and friends. Thank you Heil for the high quality ginseng!
On times delivered .The product is very clean and high quality ,recommended for every customer.
Great tasting, fresh ginsing. I haven't tried local growers before because I was unsure how authentic the product would be. I'm very pleased with this product which is high quality.
We bought 10 lb of the 5 year old ginseng root to give out as gifts from Heil, since this is the best deal among all the websites on the Ginseng Board of Wisconsin (I literally checked store by store at that time). The roots were beyond our expectations. They are big, thick, and very wrinkled (which I read means they were nicely dried). But what surprised me even more was their customer service. Due to two consecutive major storms here in Hawaii, shipping was significantly delayed, and I was concerned about not receiving them before our flight. They responded promptly to resolve the issues perfectly. Thank you very much, Colton and the team. And yes, I will shop here again.
This product is awesome! Just what my family needed for the holiday season
Compare whole-root options
Choose by cultivation age or mixed-appearance bulk format.Age describes cultivation time. Natural root shape, size, color, crown, and branching can overlap between ages.
Whole-root questions
Clear answers about cultivation age, natural variation, preparation, and storage.What does the stated age mean?
It is the cultivation time listed for that product.
Will every root look the same?
No. Whole roots naturally vary in size, branching, color, and surface markings.
How can I prepare whole root?
Slice it for steeping or cooking. Use a stable cutting surface and a sharp knife.
How should I store it?
Keep the roots sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.
How do the sizes compare?
Every option contains the same product sold by net weight.