Acanthopanax bark is the root bark of Acanthopanax of Araliaceae. Picking its tender leaves in spring can be used as vegetables; The root bark soaked wine is called "Wujiapi wine" as a strong medicine. Another kind of Chinese herbal medicine is called Cortex Acanthopanacis, which belongs to Periplocae of Ascomycetes, and its medicinal material name is Cortex Acanthopanacis, which should be distinguished from this product.

Pungent, warm and non-toxic.

The root bark contains volatile oil, and the main components in the oil are vanillin, coumarin and safrole. In addition, it also contains saponins, tannins, palmitic acid, linoleic acid and rich vitamin B and carotene.

Has the functions of invigorating the stomach, strengthening the body, replenishing essence, nourishing blood, expelling wind, and strengthening bones and muscles, and is mainly used for treating the deficiency of the elderly, children and parturient after illness.