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Inside the slow-growing world of ginseng
China was the first country in the world to discover, cultivate and process ginseng for medical reasons.
Some 70% of the world's ginseng is grown in China's Jilin province.
It can take up to 30 years to grow one plant and can cost up to $250 (拢175) to buy.
The 麻豆社's Rajan Datar finds out more.
WARNING: Do not take herbal remedies without seeking medical advice.
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