Reynoutria japonica
Key actions
Anti-inflammatoryAnticancer (preclinical)Antioxidant
Traditional & clinical uses, by strength of evidence
- Inflammation (general)Good
- Arthritis / joint painTraditional
- Cardiovascular / heart healthTraditional
- Skin irritationTraditional
Selected studies & references
ReviewReynoutria japonica Houtt for Acute Respiratory Tract Infections in Adults and Children: A Systematic Review (2022)
PreclinicalThe Possibility of Polygonum cuspidatum against Osteoarthritis based on Network Pharmacology (2024)
TraditionalPolygonum cuspidatum polysaccharide: A review of its extraction and purification, structure analysis, and biological activity (2024)
TraditionalAdvances for pharmacological activities of Polygonum cuspidatum (Reynoutria japonica) – A review (2023)
All 13 studies in the Knowledge Finder →
Educational use only. This profile summarises traditional and scientific sources for reference. It is not medical advice and not a substitute for a qualified practitioner. Some plants carry safety cautions and drug interactions — always check before use.