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