Polygonum cuspidatum (Huzhang)

Properties (characteristics):
Slightly bitter, neutral
 
Channels (meridians) entered:
Liver, spleen
 
Medical Functions:
1. anti viral
2. anti leptospirosis
3. anti fungal
4. relaxes the bronchial smooth muscles, expels phlegm, and suppresses asthma and cough
5. lower blood pressure and lipids
6. stops bleeding in external injuries
7. inhibits pain
8. astringent
9. anti inflammatory
10. antibiotic, like: Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureaus, Moraxella (Branhamella), catarrhalis, Streptococcal, Escherichia coli.
 
Dosage:
10 to 20 g per day; concentrated extract: 0.5 to 2 g per day
 
Cautions:
Not to use during pregnancy.