Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract

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Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract Introduction:

Polygonum cuspidatum, also known as Japanese knotweed, is a plant species belonging to the Polygonaceae family. It is native to East Asia and is widely distributed in China, Japan, and Korea. The plant has a long history of use in traditional Chinese and Japanese medicine for the treatment of various conditions, including mold infections, skin inflammation, cardiovascular diseases, and liver disorders.

Emodin is also a main ingredient of Polygonum cuspidatum. Abroad, people use it as a laxative. Emodin, a derivative of anthraquinone, has anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects. Reports have shown that it is an anti-SARS-COV compound which can block the SARS coronavirus spike protein.