Chinese Herbs: He Shou Wu (Fleeceflower Root, Ho Shou Wu, Polygonum), Radix Polygoni Multiflori

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"The Liver enables the smooth flow of Qi"

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Herb 6 of 9 in Herbs that Tonify Blood

Channels:

LIV, KI

Properties:

Bitter, Sweet, Astringent, Slightly Warm

Latin:

Radix Polygoni Multiflori

Chinese:

何首乌

Tone Marks:

hé shŏu wū

Translation:

Black Haired Mr. He

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Contraindications and Cautions

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Herb-Drug Interactions

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Toxicity and Overdose

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This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

He Ren Yin (Polygonum Multiflorum Root and Ginseng Decoction)
Formulas that Tonify the Qi and Blood
Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan (Seven Treasure Special Pill for Beautiful Whiskers)
Formulas that Nourish and Tonify the Yin

Herbs References

Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica, Third Edition - Dan Bensky
Herb-drug interactions - Fugh-Berman A.
Handbook of Chinese Herbs - Him Che. Yeung
Chinese Medical Herbology & Pharmacology - John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen
Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals, Third Edition - Max Wichtl

Formulas References

Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies - Dan Bensky
Handbook of Chinese Herbal Formulas - Him Che. Yeung
The Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula - Qiao Yi

Only use Chinese herbs or formulas under the direct care and supervision of a licensed Acupuncturist/Herbalist. Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.