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Momordicae Charantiae Radix

Bitter melon root

苦瓜根 〔苦瓜根〕 kǔ guā gēn

Alternate English names: leprosy gourd root

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Momordica charantia L.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Nontoxic.

Actions and indications: Clears heat and resolves toxin. Treats dysentery; bloody stool; clove sores (dīng); toxin swellings; wind-fire toothache.

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