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POLYGONUM MULTIFLORUM

He Shou Wu FLEECEFLOWER ROOT

This herb treats patterns of Blood Deficiency, and in TCM the two organs most affected by this disorder are the Heart and Liver, which direct and store the Blood, respectively.

HOW TO USE

He Shou Wu is very commonly used, as it both tonifies and preserves the Kidney Jing-essence without being cloying. It is particularly used for premature graying or when the hair falls out (the name means “black hair”), as well as for dizziness, blurred vision, spots in front of the eyes, and a weak lower back and knees. It stops premature ejaculation, leaking of sperm, and vaginal discharge. Used raw, it is good for goiter and neck lumps—and as it moistens, is useful for constipation. It treats chronic malaria and prevents hardening of the arteries.

PROPERTIES Bitter, Sweet, Astringent, slightly Warm

CHANNELS Liver, Kidney

FUNCTIONS AND USES

 Tonifies the Liver and Kidneys, nourishes the Blood and Jing-essence: used for treating Yin and Blood Deficiency.

 Firms the Jing and stops leakage: this refers to male sexual problems.

 Relieves Fire toxicity: use He Shou Wu raw for carbuncles and sores.

 Moistens the Intestines and unblocks the bowels.

 Expels Wind from the skin by nourishing the Blood: use for rashes that appear suddenly.

CAUTION

 Contraindicated with diarrhea.