Codonopsis pilosula is an important Chinese medicinal material. Its scientific name is Codonopsis pilosula, which belongs to the Campanulaceae family. The root of Codonopsis pilosula is its main medicinal part, which has the effects of tonifying the middle qi, strengthening the spleen and lungs, nourishing blood and promoting body fluid, and is suitable for treating symptoms such as spleen and lung qi deficiency and qi and blood deficiency.

Codonopsis is sweet and mild in nature, and belongs to the spleen and lung meridians. It is mainly used to nourish qi and blood, strengthen the spleen and benefit the lungs. Its pharmacological effects include enhancing immunity, anti-fatigue, anti-inflammatory, and anti-oxidation. In clinical applications, Codonopsis is often used in combination with Astragalus, Atractylodes macrocephala and other medicinal materials to enhance the effect of nourishing qi and strengthening the spleen. In addition, Codonopsis is also widely used in diet therapy, such as making soup with Astragalus, Angelica, etc.