The efficacy and function of Acanthopanax spatholobi

Acanthopanax spudata is a relatively familiar traditional Chinese medicine. It has many benefits for our body. If we want to consume it correctly in our lives, we need to have some understanding of Acanthopanax spudata. Let’s take a look at it below.

[Source] Medicinal material source: the stem bark or root bark of Acanthopanax spatholobifolia of the Araliaceae family.

【Original form】 . Shrub, about 3m high; branches spread and arched; twigs with light brown fine hairs, sparsely with downward spines, leaves with 5 leaflets, rarely 4-3; petiole 2-7cm long, usually with 1 thorn at base; leaflets papery, obovate-oblong to oblanceolate, 2-6cm long, 0.8-2cm wide, pointed to shortly acuminate at apex, gradually narrowed and pointed at base, glabrous on both sides, shiny above, with blunt teeth on margin except for lower 1/3-1/2, 5-6 pairs of lateral veins; petiolules almost absent. Umbel is single and terminal, about 2.5cm in diameter, with many flowers; peduncle is 1-2cm long, extending to 4cm after fruiting, glabrous; pedicel is about 1cm long, glabrous; calyx is glabrous, margin nearly entire; petals are 5, triangular-ovate, recurved when flowering; ovary is 5-chambered, rarely 4-chambered; styles are 5, rarely 4, connate to the middle, apex recurved. The fruit is spherical with shallow edges and about 6mm in diameter. The flowering period is June-July, and the fruiting period is August-October.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Growing in bushes or on hillside roadsides at an altitude of 2000-2600m.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy; slightly bitter; warm

【Functions and indications】Relieve rheumatism; dredge meridians; promote blood circulation and relieve pain. Mainly used for rheumatic pain; cramps and numbness; swelling and pain caused by falls

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 9-15g; or soaked in wine. For external use: take appropriate amount and mash it for application.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The above article introduces the effects of Acanthopanax spatholobi. I hope it will be helpful to you in your life. But it is important to note that you should not randomly combine it with other foods. You should consult a professional before making a decision.