Manyprickle Acanthopanax
Acanthopanacis Senticosi Radix et Rhizoma Seu Caulis, Radix et Rhizoma seu Caulis Acanthopanacis Senticosi
Ci Wu Jia

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Pungent; slightly bitter; warm

Part(s) used

Root and rhizome

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To boost qi and fortify spleen, supplement kidney and quiet spirit, increase appetite.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Spleen-kidney yang vacuity, vacuity and hypodynamia, inappetence, aching in lumbus and knees, insomnia and frequent dreaming.