Wu Jia Pi Acanthopanax Bark Dried Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use 500g

Wu Jia Pi (五加皮), the dried root bark of Acanthopanax gracilistylus, is a classic Chinese herbal material sold as a food-grade agricultural product. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels and has a warm nature with acrid and bitter flavor. This current-season batch is supplied as dried bark pieces for decoction, soup, and culinary preparation, and is not intended to replace medication.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Wu Jia Pi (五加皮) dried root bark from the current season
• Botanical source Acanthopanax gracilistylus, a traditional Chinese herbal material
• Traditionally used in TCM decoctions, soups, and herbal wine preparations
• Sold as a food-grade agricultural product suitable for cooking and brewing
• 500g pack with a 24-month shelf life when stored sealed in a cool dry place

Quality & Sensory

The dried bark typically appears in thin curled or flat pieces with a grayish-brown outer surface and a yellowish-white inner face. It has a faint characteristic aroma and a slightly acrid, bitter taste when decocted.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal decoctions following traditional recipes
• Added to slow-cooked soups and broths for culinary use
• Used in traditional herbal wine macerations
• Incorporated into seasonal tonic cooking at home

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Wu Jia Pi has long been valued as a warming tonic bark, traditionally associated with supporting the sinews and bones and dispelling wind-dampness. It was commonly decocted alone or paired with herbs such as Dang Gui and Du Zhong, and steeped in grain alcohol as Wu Jia Pi wine, a familiar folk preparation for seasonal wellness.

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