Ye Jiao Teng vs Fo Ti Vine

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Ye Jiao Teng

Polygonum multiflorum (vine)

Nervine

Fallopia multiflora

Nervine

Ye Jiao Teng

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Fo Ti Vine

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

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

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

Active Compounds

Stilbene glycosides, Flavonoids, Phospholipids

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

Traditional Uses

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

Insomnia, Dream-disturbed sleep, Anxiety, Skin itching

Modern Uses

Sleep aid, Blood nourisher, Anti-pruritic

Sedative, Neuroprotective, Antioxidant, Vascular health

Adult Dosage

15-30g in decoction daily

9-15g dried vine stem in decoction

Contraindications

None commonly known

Liver disease, Pregnancy

Side Effects

Mild GI upset

Drowsiness, GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E