Trichosanthis Seed
Trichosanthis Seed is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Transform Phlegm and Stop Coughing: Herbs that Cool and Transform Phlegm-Heat.” Source-described actions include Clears Heat and transforms Hot Phlegm (cools and moistens the Lungs); Expands the chest; Moistens the Intestines and promotes bowel movements. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.
Key reference facts
- Category
- Herbs that Transform Phlegm and Stop Coughing: Herbs that Cool and Transform Phlegm-Heat
- Nature
- Cold / (Cool) / (Neutral)
- Flavor
- Sweet, (Bitter), (Sour), (Acrid)
- Channels
- Lung, Stomach, Large Intestine
Source reference: American Dragon · Gua Lou Ren