The efficacy and function of Polygonum aviculare

Polygonum aviculare is a common Chinese medicinal material with great health-care effects. It also has certain effects on some diseases. We need to choose it according to our own needs. Many people in our daily life don’t know much about Polygonum multiflorum. Let’s analyze it below.

[Other names] Coral Yin, Jijiesu, Snake does not drill, Cat tongue grass, Red fire old crow acid grass

[Source] Polygonum senticosum (Meisn.) Franch. et Sav., a plant of the Polygonum genus of the Polygonaceae family, is used as medicine with its whole plant . Collect in summer and autumn, remove the soil and dry in the sun.

【Nature and flavor】 Sour, slightly spicy, neutral.

【Functions and indications】Detoxification and swelling reduction, diuresis and itching relief. Used for eczema, impetigo, furuncle, carbuncle, and snake bites.

[Usage and Dosage] Do not take internally. Use the decoction externally for washing or mash and apply to the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

The above content is an introduction to the Chinese medicine Polygonum multiflorum. I hope it can be of some help to everyone. There are many medicinal herbs similar to Polygonum multiflorum in our daily life. When we consume Chinese medicines such as Polygonum multiflorum, we need to follow the doctor's instructions and not consume them blindly.