Fo-Ti Root

The literal English translation of its name is "vine to pass through the night." With a distinctive sweet yet bitter taste. Chinese tradition teaches that the herb should be used by itself or cooked in the water used to cook black beans for this purpose. UPC: 084783005063. Origin(s): China. Latin Name(s): Polygonum multiflorum. Also known as: Flowery knot wood, knotweed, fleeceflower, zhi he shou wu, He-shou-wu. Plant Part(s) Used: Root. Appearance: Brown to tan. Aroma: Smoked, radish-like. Taste: Slightly sweet, bitter. GMO Status: Non-GMO. Allergen: None. Additives: Our Fo-ti has been cured by simmering in a Black Bean Sauce. Applications / Preparations: Can be put into capsules, teas or infused as an herbal extract. For cosmetic use can be put in lotions, liniments, creams and infused in oil traditionally used to rinse to help cover graying hair. Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place. Shelf Life: It is very difficult to pin down an exact expiration date for most