Croton Seed
Croton Seed is listed in the traditional category “Downward-Draining Herbs: Harsh Cathartics.” Source-described actions include Warmly unblocks and vigorously purges (purges accumulated Cold); Drives out water and reduces edema; Breaks up clogged Phlegm and improves the condition of the throat. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.
Key reference facts
- Category
- Downward-Draining Herbs: Harsh Cathartics
- Nature
- Hot / Toxic
- Flavor
- Acrid
- Channels
- Stomach, Large Intestine, Lung
Source reference: American Dragon · Ba Dou