The efficacy and function of Polygonum multiflorum

The world is full of wonders, and Chinese medicinal materials are also varied and varied. Here we would like to introduce to you one of the mainstays of Chinese medicinal materials, Polygonum multiflorum.

[Other names] Jiuniuzao [Hubei, Sichuan], screw Panax notoginseng, abacus Panax notoginseng, chicken blood Panax notoginseng, Jiulongpan [Guizhou], Polygonum notoginseng, red Panax notoginseng, mountain whip [Shaanxi]

[Source] It is a pillar plant of the Polygonum genus of the Polygonaceae family, Polygonum suffultum Maxim., and its rhizome is used as medicine. Dig up in autumn, wash, slice, dry and set aside.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, astringent, and cool.

【Functions and indications】Astringent and hemostatic, analgesic and tissue-generating. Used for bruises, traumatic bleeding, bloody stool, metrorrhagia, dysentery, and rectal prolapse.

[Usage and Dosage] 3-5 qian, decocted in water and taken with rice wine or brown sugar.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

Through the introduction of the above content, we can understand that Polygonum multiflorum, the mainstay of traditional Chinese medicine, plays a very important role in many aspects. Proper consumption of Polygonum multiflorum has many benefits for our body.