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Morning Glory Seeds

Morning Glory Seeds is listed in the traditional category “Downward Draining Herbs: Harsh Cathartics.” Source-described actions include Drives out water through the urine and stool; Descends Lung Qi and drives out Phlegm and thin mucus ( Tan Yin ); Unblocks the bowels and r emoves Damp-Heat. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Downward Draining Herbs: Harsh Cathartics
Nature
Cold / Slightly Toxic / (Toxic)
Flavor
Bitter, Acrid
Channels
Kidney, Large Intestine, Lung, Small Intestine

Source reference: American Dragon · Qian Niu Zi

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