Wuweizi is a widely used Chinese medicinal component known for its benefits in promoting bodily fluids and soothing nerves. Many have found relief from sleeping disorders by consuming wuweizi tea before bedtime. In today's health-conscious society, wuweizi is increasingly favored by consumers for its health benefits. In 2022, its market size reached 3.57 billion yuan ($490 million), a year-on-year increase of 5.6 percent.

Decades ago, Erdaogou was a poverty-stricken village with a typical mountainous landform that offered little arable land and lacked any significant industry. Nestled along the Yalu River, however, Erdaogou features favorable climate conditions and soil quality for cultivating Chinese herbal medicines.