Siberian Ginseng is a small and woody shrub in the family Araliaceae native to Northeastern Asia. Its Latin name is Eleutherococcus senticosus. It is also known as CiWuJia in China.
In China, the roots are regarded as adaptogen. It is among the most commonly used herbal supplements. Siberian ginseng is used in the treatment of many ailments including depression, fatigue and abnormal blood pressure.