The main components of this slow-growing perennial plant, often used as a general tonic, affect the physical and mental activity of the body, providing revitalising properties. The English word of the plant derives from a Chinese term meaning man root.
- Guarana
- Ginkgo biloba
- Ginseng
- Aloe
Answer
The correct answer is C) Ginseng.
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