Medicinal Plants : Trichosanthes kirilowii

Name

Biological Name

Trichosanthes kirilowii
Cucurbitaceac

Other Names

Parts Used

seeds, root

Remedies For

Seed: Expectorant, emollient, mild laxative

Root: Anti-inflammatory

Seed: This herb is useful for dry stool or mild constipation. It can also be used either internally or externally to help wounds heal.

Root: This herb is used for lung heat conditions when there is both phlegm and dryness. It helps generate fluids evaporated from heat conditions, and aids expectoration. It is helpful for toxicity manifested by inflammation, pus, sores, carbuncles, and especially breast abscesses. It can be used either externally or internally as needed.

Dosage

9-15 grams.

Safety

Trichosanthes seed should not be used when there is diarrhea or when there is no heat. Trichosanthes root should not be used by pregnant women, those without heat, or those with diarrhea.