Bian Xu (Knotweed Grass): Traditional Chinese Herb for Urinary Health, Damp-Heat Relief, and Parasite Support
Discover the Healing Power of Bian Xu – A Time-Tested Remedy for Damp-Heat and Urinary Wellness
Bian Xu, known as knotweed grass in English, is a revered herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine used to clear damp-heat, promote smooth urination, and expel parasites. With a cooling nature and slightly bitter taste, this versatile herb is often used in decoctions and tinctures to support bladder health, soothe inflammation, and address intestinal parasites. Rooted in centuries of clinical use, Bian Xu offers a natural path to internal balance and wellness.
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Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): Bian Xu enters the Bladder channel and is used to treat Lin Syndrome (painful urination due to damp-heat). It cools and dries dampness. Modern Research: Studies suggest that Bian Xu possesses mild antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic properties, supporting its traditional use for urinary tract discomfort. PubMed References: |
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Common Name: Knotweed Grass
Botanical Name: Polygonum aviculare herb
Channels/Meridians: Bladder, Lung
Pin Yin Name: Bian Xu
Other Names: Common Knotgrass Herb
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Package Size: 500 Grams ( 1.1 pounds)
Form: Cut / Sliced - sizes vary
Dosage: Follow doctors instructions on how to use this herb.
Origin: China
Brand: Plum Flower, species - authenticated herbs
Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing.
Naturally Occurring Components: avicularin, quercitrin, caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid
Additional Information About Bian Xu
- Removes dampness
Product Properties: Bitter, Slightly Cold
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Plum Flower is an established worldwide manufacturer of high-quality Chinese herbs, and innovative Chinese medicinal herbs and products. Plum Flower uses sulfur-free herbs and laboratory tests its products for contamination and heavy metals, such as mercury, lead, and pesticides.
Main Characteristics (Attributes) of Herbs
- Harvested at the proper level of maturity and correct time of the season to maximize potency.
- Free from Chlorine
- Manufactured without the use of sulphur
- Preservative Free
- Made at GMP internationally certified facilities (Good Manufacturing Practices) Quality control tests are done at the manufacturing site and at third party labs to confirm results
- Aluminum Phosphate free
- Packaged in an airtight sealed bag
- Pin Yin Names and Botanical Names are listed on the bag
- Certificate of Analysis are available upon request
- Conforms to Standards of Chinese Pharmacopeia
- No dyes, colors, or bleaching of the herbs
- We are a authorized direct distributor of Plum Flower Herbs.
- 500 gram bag size which equal anywhere from 4 to 6 cups of herbs
Chinese Traditional herbs should be regarded as a supplementary aspect to modern western healthcare, and not as a replacement. Chinese traditional herbs ( Teas ) emphasize harmony, and balance.
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Traditional Chinese Medicine curative herbal formulas have been developed, improved and perfected for over 5000 years.
Traditional Chinese Medicine is an ancient, holistic medical system used all over the world to treat a wide variety of health issues. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) works by helping to balance the bodies’ functions thus restoring health.
As soon as the Chinese people began to carve out a civilization in ancient China it developed a cultural heritage that has continued to the present day. TCM is the oldest and one of the safest, effective systems one can use to care for their body, it promotes health and helps to sustain longevity.
Chinese herbs have been with mankind for 5,000 years and will be with us in the years ahead – it is using nature’s bountiful gifts to have good health.
