Fagopyrum Esculentum
( Buckwheat, member of the Polyginaceae family )
Medicinal Preparation
Infusion: 1 oz of leaves or flowers per pint of
boiling water poured over the herb. Let steep for 5 to 20 minutes then 1 cup 3 to 4 times per day.
Seeds are normally used whole or ground and used like flour in food preparations which also provides
the same medicinal benefits
Parts Used
Leaves, flowers, and seeds
Active properties
- Rutin
- Bitter but pleasent tasting
Medicinal Uses
- Circulatory problems
- Strengthens weak capillaries (helps prevent bruising)
- Varicose veins
- Chilblains
- Retinal hemorrhages
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Radiation damage
Other
- May cause some light sensitive dermatitis
- Buckwheat products must be stored in the dark
as their properties detoriate when exposed to light
