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Aralia spinosa, commonly known as Devil's Walking Stick, is a deciduous tree or shrub native to the eastern United States. Devil's Walking Stick (Latin: Aralia spinosa, family Araliaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Devil's Walking Stick is most often used to support immune support. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
Devil's Walking Stick is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Devil's Walking Stick is a member of the Araliaceae family native to ALA, ARK, DEL, WDC, FLA, and GEO. Aralia spinosa thrives in partial sun to full shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil with a pH between 4.8 and 6.6.
Devil's Walking Stick grows best in USDA zone 5-9, partial sun/shade, full shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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