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Heshouwu (Fleece flower root)This black-brown root tuber of the Polygonum multiflora(vigorously growing rose having clusters of numerous small flowers; used for hedges and as grafting stock) vine is a traditional cure for the graying hair. Many shampoos made in China advertise the addition of this herb. But like most plant cures used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is more often used internally, to clear toxin build-up, reduce pain and improve blood circulation. The roots are harvested in autumn and winter and then dried. It is grouped with ginseng, lingzhi (ganoderma) and cordyceps to form the Four Magic Cure-alls.