English name:Radix Polygoni Multiflori
Common name:Shou Wu, He SHou Wu, Chi Shou Wu
What Is Shou Wu?
- Xia Shou Wu is in from the perennial herbaceous plant family. It is picked during the Autumn season while its leaves starts to wither during the Winter season.
- Shou Wu comes in a reddish brown color, rugged edges with some irregular grooves and fine lines, there are also some obvious lenticels on both ends.
What are the health benefits?
- Can be used as a natural laxative.
- Nourishment for the blood, can help keep hair black, strengthen the bones.
How To Choose Shou Wu?
- At the time of purchase make sure it is solid and powdery.



