 Acanthopanax bark (Wujiapi)
Pharmaceutical Name : Cortex Acanthopanacis
Botanical Name : Acanthopanax gracilistylus
W. W. Smith
Common Name : Acanthopanax bark
Source of Earliest Record: Shennong Bencao
Jing
Part Used & Method for Pharmaceutical
Preparations: The bark of the root is gathered
in summer or autumn and then dried in the
sun.
Properties & Taste: Pungent, bitter
and warm
Meridians: Liver and kidney
Functions:
1. To dispel wind and dampness;
2. To strengthen the tendons and bones;
3. To benefit urination
Indications & Combinations:
1. Wind-damp obstruction syndrome manifested
as rheumatic pain and spasm of the limbs.
Acanthopanax bark (Wujiapi) is used alone
or with Clematis root (Weilingxian), Pubescent
angelica root (Duhuo), Mulberry twigs (Sangzhi)
and Chaenomeles fruit (Mugua).
2. Deficient liver and kidney manifested
as soreness, weakness and pain in the lumbar
region and the knees. Acanthopanax bark (Wujiapi)
is used with Eucommia bark (Duzhong), Cyathula
root (Niuxi), Mulberry mistletoe (Sangjisheng)
and Teasel root (Xuduan).
3. Edema. Acanthopanax bark (Wujiapi) is
used with Poria peel (Fulingpi) and Areca
nut shell (Dafupi) in the formula Wupi Yin.
Dosage: 5-10 g |
