The efficacy and function of Trichosanthes kirilowii

Gecko is a traditional Chinese medicinal material. There are precedents of using Gecko to treat diseases in ancient times, so we can eat it with confidence. Next, I will mainly introduce to you the effects of Trichosanthes kirilowii.

【Alias】

False Trichosanthes, False Trichosanthes, Stinky Trichosanthes, Mountain Trichosanthes, Big-petaled Trichosanthes, Horse-hoofed Trichosanthes, Bone-drilling Wind

The whole plant and roots can be harvested at any time; the leaves and fruits are collected in autumn and sun-dried.

【Nature and flavor】

Pungent, warm.

【Function and indications】

Warms the middle and dispels cold, removes wind and dampness, reduces swelling and relieves pain. Used for gastrointestinal cold pain, wind-cold cough, edema, malaria, toothache, rheumatic bone pain, and trauma.

【extract】

National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicine

The above is an introduction to the Chinese medicinal herb Trichosanthes kirilowii. For medicinal herbs that we don't understand, we should learn more about them so that we can make full use of them in our lives and not be at a loss.