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Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Families: Polygonaceae

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  • Fallopia multiflora

    Botanical Overview Fallopia multiflora, commonly known as Fo-ti, He Shou Wu, or Chinese knotweed, is a member of the Polygonaceae family. The primary medicinal part used is the root, harvested mainly in East Asia, particularly China. Energetics This herb is considered warming and moistening in nature. Its taste profile includes bitter, sweet, and acrid flavors.…

  • Polygonum cuspidatum

    Botanical Overview Polygonum cuspidatum, commonly known as Japanese knotweed, Hu Zhang in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Mexican bamboo, Asian knotweed, or fleeceflower root, is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Polygonaceae family. Native to East Asia, especially Japan, China, and Korea, it has been introduced to North America and Europe. The root and rhizome are the…

  • Rumex acetosella

    Botanical Overview Rumex acetosella, commonly known as Sheep’s sorrel, Red sorrel, Field sorrel, or Yellow sorrel, is a herbaceous plant of the Polygonaceae family. It is native to Europe but naturalized widely across North America, Asia, and Australia. The most commonly used parts are the leaves and roots. Energetics This plant is characterized by a…

  • Rheum palmatum

    Botanical Overview Rheum palmatum, commonly known as Chinese rhubarb, Turkey rhubarb, or palmatum rhubarb, belongs to the Polygonaceae family. It is native to China and Central Asia. The root and rhizome of this plant are primarily used in herbal medicine for their notable medicinal properties. Energetics Rheum palmatum is characterized by a cooling temperature and…

  • Polygonum multiflorum

    Botanical Overview Polygonum multiflorum (family Polygonaceae) is a perennial twining vine native to East Asia, widely known by common names such as Chinese knotweed, Fo-ti, and He Shou Wu. The primarily used medicinal part is the root, traditionally employed in Chinese herbal medicine. Energetics Polygonum multiflorum is considered to have a neutral temperature and moistening…