Dried root, slices
Polygonum multiflorum
These slices are suitable for the following preparations:
The Chinese common name for Fo-Ti is He-Shou-Wu, which is the name of a Tang dynasty man whose infertility was supposedly cured by Fo-Ti. In addition, his long life was attributed to the tonic properties of this herb. Since then, Traditional Chinese Medicine has used Fo-Ti to treat premature aging, weakness, vaginal discharges, numerous infectious diseases, angina pectoris, and erectile dysfunction. This is yet to be proven by modern scientific research.
Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Discontinue if unusual symptoms occur. Do not take if you have liver disease.
Known to cause skin rash in some individuals allergic to Fo-Ti.