Eleutherococcus, Siberian Ginseng, Ci Wu Jia 刺五加 Russian Ginseng, Spiny Acanthopanax, Devil’s Shrub, Eleutherococcus GinsengCi Wu Jia (TCM) Eleutherococcus senticosusKomarov (Komorov), V.L., Flora of the U.S.S.R. (1934-1964) Eleutherococcus senticosus(Photo by Salicyna) (Wikimedia) Botanical name: Eleutherococcus senticosus (syn. Acanthopanax senticosus, Hedera senticosa)E. koreanum is used in Korea.Acanthopanax gracilistylus Wu Jia Pi is similar. Eleutherococcus senticosus was previously classed as a variety of A. gracilistylus. Wu Jia Pi in TCM. Parts used: Root, Root-bark or Stem-bark Temperature & Taste: Warm, dry. Pungent, slightly Bitter Classification: N. Tonic Uses: 1. Tonifies Spleen, Increases Qi:-fatigue, lethargy-poor appetite, digestive weakness-Spleen deficiency from overthinking or worry-Altitude Sickness-enhances Immunity2. Warms and Strengthens the Kidneys:-weakness of the Lower back and Knees-Osteoporosis-Failure to Thrive in children, growth retardation-Impotence, has been used as an aphrodisiac-Diabetes (proven hypoglycemic effect)3. Benefits the Heart and Brain, Calms the Spirit:-Insomnia, dream-disturbed sleep, nervousness, restlessness-Poor concentration, Confusion, mild depression, Fear-enhances Memory-Heart deficiency4. Moves the Blood, Clears the Channels:-Cold extremities from poor circulation-Blood stasis with fixed pain-Vasodilator and circulatory stimulant effect Dose: Decoction: 9–30 gramsPowder: 600mg–3 grams, up to 5 gramsFluid Extract (1:1): 2–8 mls., up to 16 mls, 1–3 times daily Comment: This is closely related to Acanthopanax Wu Jia Pi, principally used in TCM for…

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