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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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