The efficacy and function of Polygonum multiflorum

Polygonum aviculare is one of the common traditional Chinese medicines in our country. It has a very long history of medicinal use and is recorded in many ancient medical books. Polygonum aviculare has good edible and medicinal value. Let’s take a look.

[Other names] Polygonum aviculare, Polygonum aviculare, Polygonum spicata

[Source] Polygonum lapathifolium L., a plant of the genus Polygonum in the Polygonaceae family, is used as medicine with its whole plant . Harvested in autumn, used fresh or sun-dried.

【Nature and flavor】Pungent, bitter, and cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat, detoxifies, promotes dampness and relieves itching. Used for enteritis and dysentery; used externally to treat eczema and cervical lymph node tuberculosis.

【Usage and Dosage】 0.5～1 liang. Apply externally in appropriate amount, decoct in water for fumigation or mash and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

Through the above introduction, I found that Polygonum multiflorum has so many pharmacological effects, and it also has good effects on some diseases. In fact, there may be many "treasures" around our lives, but most of the time we don’t have a heart that is good at discovering them.