Latin Name: Polygonum multiflorum
Alternate Names: Flowery Knotweed, He Shou Wu, Foti, Chinese Cornbind, Ye Jiao Teng (Chinese), Fo Ti
Family: POLYGONACEAE
Parts Used: Root.
Properties: Alterative, Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Antitumor, Antiviral, Aphrodisiac, Cardiotonic, Chi Tonic, Diuretic, Hepato-tonic, Laxative, Rejuvenative, Yin Tonic.
Internal Uses: Anxiety, Arteriosclerosis, Colic, Constipation, Diabetes, Early Menopause, Enteritis, Gout, Hemorrhoids, High Cholesterol, Hot Flashes, Hyperacidity, [...]