How Much Does Codonopsis Cost Per Jin? A Detailed Look at Market Prices and Cultivation Techniques

Codonopsis, also known as huangshen and shangdangshen, is a common tonic herb found in China's mountains and shrublands, with effects such as lowering blood pressure and boosting immunity. It is currently being planted in many regions, so how much does Codonopsis cost per jin on the market? How do you grow it well?

I. Introduction to Codonopsis:

1. Where are the producing areas of Codonopsis?

Codonopsis has many producing areas and is distributed both in China and abroad. Abroad, it is found in Korea, the Far East region of the Soviet Union, and elsewhere. Within China, it is distributed in southeastern Tibet, Inner Mongolia, the various regions of the Northeast, Henan, Shandong, Ningxia, Gansu, western Sichuan, northwestern Yunnan, Guizhou, and other places. Among these, the Codonopsis produced in Luzhou, Shanxi, is of the best quality and has a special fragrance.

2. What types of Codonopsis are there?

Yetai Codonopsis, Fang Codonopsis, Wenyuan Codonopsis, East Codonopsis, West Codonopsis, Tiao Codonopsis, Weiyuan Codonopsis, Shangdang Codonopsis, Luolong Codonopsis, Tai Codonopsis.

II. How much does Codonopsis cost per jin on the market?

Codonopsis is not expensive on the market, generally around 20 to 40 yuan per jin, but because of differences in variety, producing area, and market, there will be certain price variations. For example, white-strip Codonopsis in Lintao County, Dingxi City, Gansu Province, is priced at around 25 yuan per jin on the market, while striped Codonopsis in Zhenxiong County, Zhaotong City, Yunnan Province, is priced at 9.5 yuan per jin. So the specific price needs to be checked at the local market. Recent market prices in various places are as follows:

III. How do you grow Codonopsis well?

1. Site selection and land preparation: Sandy loam rich in organic matter is best

Codonopsis likes to grow in loose, fertile soil with good drainage and rich organic matter, so when selecting a site, try to choose sandy loam rich in organic matter for planting. After choosing the site, deep-plow the soil and apply a small amount of organic fertilizer or farmyard manure to improve soil fertility. Finally, make flat beds or raised beds for later planting.

2. Seed selection and sowing: Choose plump seeds free of pests, diseases, and damage for planting

(1) Seed selection: Try to choose seeds that are plump, bright in appearance, free of damage, and free of pests and diseases for planting.

(2) Seed treatment: Put the selected seeds in the sun to dry for one or two days, then put them in a bag and soak them in warm water for one day, then take them out and place them in a 25 to 30 degree environment for about a week. The seeds will then sprout, and at this point they can be sown.

3. Sowing: Seedling raising and transplanting is better

Codonopsis can be direct-sown or raised as seedlings and transplanted, but because the survival rate of direct sowing is low, most adopt the seedling raising and transplanting method for sowing.

(1) Direct sowing: Sow the seeds into the soil at a row spacing of 30cm and a plant spacing of 10cm.

(2) Seedling raising and transplanting: Sow the seeds onto a seedbed, and after seedlings emerge, wait until March and transplant them together with the soil to other land. When transplanting, try to plant at a plant spacing of 15cm and a row spacing of 35cm, though different regions may adopt different spacings.

4. Field management: Do a good job with fertilizer and water, weeding, and other work

(1) Thinning and filling in seedlings: After seedling transplanting succeeds, check the growth of the young seedlings in a timely manner. For withered, weak, and overly dense seedlings, transplant and fill in promptly to increase yield.

(2) Cultivation and weeding: One month after planting the seedlings, carry out cultivation and weeding in a timely manner according to the growth of the Codonopsis to benefit plant growth. Generally, when the branches and leaves of Codonopsis grow to about 25cm, set up trellises to increase field ventilation and light penetration and reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases.

(3) Fertilizer and water management: Codonopsis does not have high water requirements; generally, just keep the soil moist. However, in the rainy season, do a good job with drainage measures to prevent excessive water from causing the plants to wither. As for fertilizer, do not apply nitrogen fertilizer excessively; the specific amount of fertilizer should be based on the growth of the Codonopsis.

(4) Pest and disease control: During the growth period, Codonopsis may suffer from root rot, rust disease, rats, red spiders, and other pests and diseases, so control measures should be well implemented. For those already affected by pests and diseases, agents such as carbendazim or trichlorfon can be used for control.

The above is an introduction to the market prices and cultivation techniques of Codonopsis. We hope it is helpful to everyone.