Wu Jia Pi (Acanthopanax gracilistylus) — Dried Food Herb Bark, Nan Wu Jia, Custom Powder Available

Wu Jia Pi (Acanthopanax gracilistylus), also known as Nan Wu Jia or Slenderstyle Acanthopanax Bark, is the dried root bark of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Wǔ Jiā Pí (五加皮). For centuries, Wu Jia Pi has been prized as a warming, strengthening herb used to support the Liver and Kidneys, fortify the sinews and bones, and dispel dampness. Its nature is acrid, bitter, and warm, making it a robust yet balanced herb for supporting physical vigor and comfortable movement.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional food herb for Liver and Kidney support
• Dried Nan Wu Jia root bark
• Acanthopanax gracilistylus
• Custom grinding service available
• Naturally sun-dried, 500g pack

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is naturally sun-dried to preserve its light tan to greyish-brown color, fibrous texture, and mild earthy aroma with a subtle woody note. When decocted, the bark releases a warm, slightly bitter and aromatic infusion that deepens in color as it simmers, adding a grounding character to soups and tonics.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Chinese-style herbal soup and broth
• Herbal decoction blends
• Medicinal food tonic preparations
• Custom herbal powder blends
• Seasonal warming tonics

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Wu Jia Pi is decocted into soups, medicinal food tonics, and longevity formulas to support physical strength, comfortable joints, and daily vitality. It is a common ingredient in warming winter broths, where it pairs with ingredients like du zhong, goji berry, and jujube. As a daily decoction, it is simmered alone or blended with other herbs for a grounding, aromatic infusion.

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