Dong Gua Zi (Ren)

Semen Benincasae

Wax Gourd Seed

Phlegm-Transforming

About this herb

The seed of the wax gourd, used to clear heat-phlegm and promote urination.

PinyinDong Gua Zi (Ren)

Chinese冬瓜子

Latin (pharmaceutical)Semen Benincasae

EnglishWax Gourd Seed

CategoryPhlegm-Transforming

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