Xi Gua Zi Ren

Name

Xi Gua Zi Ren (Watermelon seed)

1. 西瓜子仁
2. Semen Citrulli
3. Watermelon seed

The Effect of Xi Gua Zi Ren

Property

Sweet, neutral; lung and large intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Clear lung and resolve phlegm, harmonize the spleen and stomach and relax the bowels.

Indications

Constipation, chronic cough and hemoptysis.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g, or eat the raw or the baked.