Solomon's Seal (Huang Jing)
Polygonatum sibiricum
A moistening tonic root used for fatigue and dryness, and in folk use for tendons and joints.
Traditional use (tcm, european-folk): A moistening tonic root used for fatigue and dryness, and in folk use for tendons and joints.
A moistening tonic root used for fatigue and dryness, and in folk use for tendons and joints.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A moistening tonic root used for fatigue and dryness, and in folk use for tendons and joints.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Generally gentle; quality and species vary.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Generally gentle; quality and species vary.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.