Knotweed Herbal Remedies
This wild plant contains tannins and is used as an astringent for diarrhea and hemorrhage. It is mildly diuretic and is indicated for urinary gravel or stones, kidney or bladder infections, and painful urination. In Chinese medicine knotweed is employed as a diuretic, to regulate urination, and expel worms. Knotweed has a taste of BITTER, ASTRINGENT and a temperature of COLD.
Knotweed Proper Dose
| Type | Dossage |
| Knotweed Decoction | 1 cup 2-3 x daily |
| Knotweed Tincture | 2-3 droppersful 2-3 x daily |
Knotweed Reference Information
| Latin Name | Polygonum aviculare |
| Other Names | Knotgrass |
| Part Used | Root |
| Herb Forms | Bulk herb, tincture. |
| Affects | Cardiovascular system, Digestive system, Urinary system |
| Cautions | Avoid use of this herb if you have a deficiency condition, such as deficiency of hormones and metabolic substances (Kidney Yin deficiency in Chinese medicine). |
| Botanical Info | A low-growing inconspicuous annual weedy plant in the Buckwheat family with opposite leaves. |
Supporting Research
Bensky, D. and A. Gamble. 1986. Chinese Herbal Medicine. Seattle: Eastland Press.
Weiss, R. 1988. Herbal Medicine. Beaconsfield, England: Beaconsfield Publishers.
Wren, R.C. 1988. Potter's New Cyclopaedia of Botanical Drugs. Essex: C.W. Daniel Co. Ltd.