Wujiapi

Wujiapi (also spelled Wu Jia Pi) is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb known scientifically as Acanthopanax gracilistylus or sometimes Acanthopanax senticosus (commonly called Siberian ginseng).

🌿 What is Wujiapi?

• Common name: Wu Jia Pi (五加皮)

• Botanical family: Araliaceae (same family as ginseng and ivy)

• Part used: The bark of the root or stem

• Appearance: Thin, fibrous bark, typically dried and sliced

🍽️ & 💊 Uses:

• Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) herb used mainly to:

  • Strengthen tendons and bones

  • Relieve lower back pain, arthritis, and joint weakness

  • Reduce swelling and edema by promoting urination

  • Enhance circulation and overall vitality

• Often included in herbal formulas aimed at strengthening the musculoskeletal system and tonifying yang energy

Flavor & Aroma:

• Bitter and slightly pungent taste

• Mild herbal aroma

How It’s Used:

• Commonly decocted as a tea or herbal soup

• Used in combination with other herbs for pain relief and support of kidney and liver functions