The efficacy and function of pumpkin flowers

With the development of society and the close international exchanges, most people who study medicine have been seriously influenced by Western medicine, and fewer and fewer people are studying Chinese medicine, which has resulted in less and less understanding of Chinese medicine. Let’s talk about the efficacy and functions of pumpkin flowers as a traditional Chinese medicine.

[Source] The flower of the pumpkin of the Cucurbitaceae family is collected when it blooms in June and July.

【Nature and flavor】《Classification of Herbal Properties》: "Cool in nature."

【Functions and indications】 Clears away dampness and heat, and eliminates swelling and toxins. Treat jaundice, dysentery, cough, carbuncle and swelling.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral administration: decoct in water, 3 to 5 qian. For external use: mash and apply or grind into powder and apply.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Classification of Herbal Properties"

The above content is an introduction to the effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine pumpkin flower. I hope it can be of some help to you. The culture of traditional Chinese medicine is profound and extensive. When treating diseases, we need to choose different medicines according to the different diseases to better help the body relieve troubles.