Caulis Polygoni
Multiflori
Source
Stem of Polygonum multifiorum Thunb., family Polygonaceae.
Characteristics
A
herbaceous vine, slender-linear, somewhat twisted, branching, varying
in length, 2-7 mm in diameter. Surface purple-brown, with fine longitudinal
striae; nodes slightly enlarged, with branch scars and remained stipules
or its remnants. Cross section showing thin epidermis; xylem yellow-white,
with vessel pores; pith whitish. Sweet in taste, mild in nature, and attributive
to heart and liver channels.
Indication
1. Nourish the heart and tranquilize the mind: For yin-deficiency with
blood-deficiency manifested as vexation, insomnia, dreaminess and insanity,
mania, used together with Fructus Ziziphi Jujubae and Radix Polygoni MultiflorL
2.
Expel wind to dredge the meridians and alleviate itching: For rheumatism
and urticaria (extemal use).
Pharmacological
Action
1. Decreasing the level of blood lipids and inhibiting the formation of
atherosclerosis.
2. Oral administration of its decoction increases the level of blood sugar
in rabbits.
Administration Decoction:10-30g.