Aralia Spinosa, also known as devil's walking stick, is a large shrub native to the eastern United States. Due to its unique appearance with spiny stems and leaves, it has garnered a variety of descriptive synonyms over time. Some of these include prickly ash, Hercules' club, and angelica tree. Its botanical name comes from aralia, a Greek word for "spike," and spinosa, a Latin word for "thorny." The plant has historically been used for medicinal purposes and is also a popular choice for landscaping due to its aesthetically pleasing appearance and ability to attract wildlife.