Fo-Ti Root Powder (POLYGONUM MULTIFLORUM)

Description:
Fo-Ti is a perennial evergreen herb belonging to the Polygonaceae family, that is native to Japan and widely used in Chinese folk Medicine. It is a climbing and flowering vine and the root of the plant is the part most frequently used. Fo-Ti root has a sweet and slightly bitter taste and Chinese herbalists claim it has slightly warming effects in the body, and works by increasing levels of blood and vital essence.

Origin:
China

Other Names:
Chinese Cornbind, Fleece Flower, Flowery Knotweed, Foti, He Shou Wu, Ho Shou Wu, Kashuu, Shen Min, Ye Jiao Teng

Part Used:
Root

Culinary Uses:
Fo-Ti Root may be used in soups.

Medicinal Uses:
Fo-Ti Root should not to be used by persons with diarrhea. May cause gastric distress.

Precautions and Adverse Reactions:
Not to be used by persons with diarrhea. May cause gastric distress.

Magickal Powers and Correspondences:
Powers: Fertility and bonding.
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