Common name: He-shou-wu
Botanical name: Polygonum multiflorum
Health Benefits
The unprocessed roots of fo-ti possess a mild laxative effect
He Shou Wu (polygoni muliflori) is a popular chinese herbal remedy for hair loss, although there is little (western) clinical evidence to explain its efficacy. He Shou Wu has long been used as a rejuvenating herb for the hair, as well as for overall energy, blood purifying, and to nourish the liver, kidney, teeth and skin. Shou-Wu literally means “a head full of black hair” in Chinese.
Preliminary research suggests that fo-ti plays a role in a strong immune system and has antibacterial action.However,more research is needed to further understand the potential importance of these effects.