Fo Ti Vine vs Ye Jiao Teng

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Fo Ti Vine

Fallopia multiflora

Nervine

Polygonum multiflorum (vine)

Nervine

Fo Ti Vine

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Ye Jiao Teng

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

A climbing vine used in TCM whose stem (Ye Jiao Teng) is a milder alternative to the root for calming the spirit.

TCM vine of He Shou Wu that nourishes heart blood for insomnia.

Active Compounds

2,3,5,4-THSG, Emodin, Resveratrol, Lecithin

Stilbene glycosides, Flavonoids, Phospholipids

Traditional Uses

Insomnia, Dream-disturbed sleep, Anxiety, Skin itching

Insomnia, Dream-disturbed sleep, Body aches, Skin itching

Modern Uses

Sedative, Neuroprotective, Antioxidant, Vascular health

Sleep aid, Blood nourisher, Anti-pruritic

Adult Dosage

9-15g dried vine stem in decoction

15-30g in decoction daily

Contraindications

Liver disease, Pregnancy

None commonly known

Side Effects

Drowsiness, GI upset

Mild GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E