Luffa Seed
丝瓜子
Name
Si Gua Zi (Luffa Seed)
Property
Slightly sweet, neutral.
Actions
Clear heat and resolve phlegm, moisten dryness and expel parasites.
Indications
Constipation, ascariasis, cough with excessive phlegm.
Dosage and administration
Decoct 6~9 g. Proper dosage is for external application. Pounded into powder for applying.
Cautions
It is contraindicated to pregnant woman and spleen deficiency.