Houttuynia cordata Tincture (1:4)

Houttuynia cordata (Heart-shaped Houttuynia) Tincture made from the dried herb

What is the heart-shaped Houttuynia (Houttuynia cordata)?

Houttuynia cordata is a perennial climbing plant whose stem grows along the ground. From it, upright stalks of about 35 centimeters rise. The plant owes its name to the heart-shaped leaves that grow on the stems. Whitish-green flowers with upright flower stalks also grow there.

Originally found in Nepal, India, China, Indochina, Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, and Java, Houttuynia cordata has meanwhile spread as an invasive plant to other parts of the world. This is mainly due to its remarkable adaptability. It thrives from sea level up to elevations of 2500 meters above sea level. However, the medicinal plant prefers cool and shady locations. The soil should be moist and loamy, which is why Houttuynia cordata is often found along streams and in forests.

For our products we use only the finely ground herb in pure and complete quality.

The heart-shaped Houttuynia in traditional use

Houttuynia cordata looks back on a long tradition. According to indigenous populations, the plant is irreplaceable as an effective remedy against diarrhea and infectious diseases. In Japan, the plant also holds a high status. There, people swear by heart-shaped Houttuynia as an important detoxifying agent. The importance of the climbing plant for people in Japan is evident in its local name “dokudami,” which translates as “poison-blocking.”

Houttuynia cordata is also recommended by practitioners and doctors in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In TCM, the herb is classified as cold and pungent. It is mainly used to expel heat from the body, which according to Chinese medicine arises from an excess of Yang. This heat blocks important meridians such as the lungs and bladder, leading to inflammation in the lungs, the sinuses, and other parts of the respiratory tract, as well as in the joints and excretory organs. By using heart-shaped Houttuynia, Yin and Yang are brought back into balance and the body fluids can flow freely again.

Houttuynia Tincture without harmful additives

This dietary supplement contains no artificial colorings, no flavorings, no added sugars, no lactose, and no gluten.

Houttuynia cordata Tincture Ingredients

Additionally, traces of acetic acid from organic apple cider vinegar (under 1%) and pure water.

Houttuynia cordata Tincture Recommended Use

The long-term intended daily dose is 132 drops (approx. 4 milliliters) per day, ideally divided into four servings of about 33 drops each. Start first with a total of 64 drops (approx. 2 milliliters) per day – or four times 16 drops – and then increase gradually over several days until reaching the long-term daily dose. If you experience any unpleasant effects, remain at the lower dosage that feels comfortable for you.

Use the supplied dropper pipette to count the drops.

Notes

Dietary supplements are generally not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Store protected from heat, dry, and always out of the reach of children. The recommended daily intake stated here should generally not be exceeded. 

The tincture is naturally cloudy and must be shaken before use. A somewhat unpleasant taste comes directly from the Houttuynia itself and is completely harmless; taking it with a tasty liquid such as fruit juice can help offset this.

Important: Contains 50% alcohol by volume, but only in a small daily dose amounting to about 1.6 grams. This product is not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or for children! 

Otherwise, no significant side effects are known: as mentioned, the plant is commonly eaten raw or cooked in many parts of Asia, where its somewhat fish-like – and possibly unpleasant-smelling – taste does not appear to cause gastrointestinal problems for the local population.