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What is He Shou Wu

— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.

What is He Shou Wu?

He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum), a perennial plant belonging to the Polygonaceae family, can grow up to 4.5 meters in height. He Shou Wu (Latin: Polygonum multiflorum, family Polygonaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.

What is He Shou Wu used for?

He Shou Wu is most often used to support mood support. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.

Is He Shou Wu safe?

He Shou Wu is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.

Where does He Shou Wu grow?

He Shou Wu is a member of the Polygonaceae family native to CHN, CHC, CHS, CHH, TAI, and THA. He Shou Wu thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).

Can I grow He Shou Wu at home?

He Shou Wu grows best in USDA zone 6-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.

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