Polygonaceae
Buckwheat family
2 medicinal plants in this family
Plants
He Shou Wu
Reynoutria multiflora
Polygonaceae
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): tonifies Liver and Kidney yin; used for premature graying of hair and hair lossTCM: anti-aging tonic; associated with longevity in classical texts including Bencao Gangmu (Li Shizhen, 1578)TCM: nourishes blood and essence (jing); used for weakness, dizziness, soreness of lower back and knees
Yellow Dock
Rumex crispus
Polygonaceae
Constipation and digestive sluggishnessIron deficiency anemiaSkin conditions including eczema and psoriasis
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