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Lagenariae Clavatae Fructus

Sweet gourd

瓠子 〔瓠子〕 hù zǐ

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Lagenaria siceraria (Molina) Standl. var. clavata Ser.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Sweet; cold; nontoxic.

Actions and indications: Disinhibits water, clears heat, allays thirst, and eliminates vexation. Treats abdominal distension due to water swelling; heat vexation and thirst; sore-toxin.

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