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What parts of the cnidium plant are used for medicinal purposes?
Only the seeds and essential oil of Cnidium monnieri are used as a drug.
What are the medicinal actions of cnidium seeds?
Antibacterial, antifungal, and astringent effects.
What are the active medicinal properties of cnidium seeds?
The essential oils derived from the seeds include camphene, borneol, pinene, and terpineol.
What are the side effects associated with using cnidium seeds?
When taken in recommended doses there are no known side effects.
Where is the cnidium plant grown?
Cnidium monnieri, commonly known as cnidium, is a plant that is native to China and is also found in Korea and Japan. It thrives in warm temperate regions and is typically grown in well-drained soil and under full sun. It is cultivated for its medicinal properties and the seeds are often used in traditional Chinese medicine.
What is the Latin name of cnidium?
Cnidium monnieri and belongs to the Apiaceae family.
What diseases does cnidium seeds treat?
Skin conditions such as scabies, eczema, ringworm, and itchy, oozing skin lesions. Vaginitis and vaginal discharge, infertility.
What are the drug interactions associated with cnidium seeds use?
Not to be used with croton seeds, fritillaria or peony root. Externally, safely mixed with stemona, sophora and calomel. Internally, safely mixed with schisandra and cuscuta.
Seeds disperse by?
Different seeds disperse by different methods depending on their physical characteristics. They can be dispersed by gravity, wind, water, and animal means.
What are the precautions associated with using cnidium seeds?
Cnidium seeds can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in some individuals. It is important to do a patch test before using it topically and consult with a healthcare provider before internal use, especially for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or individuals with certain medical conditions. The dosage should be regulated as excessive consumption can cause digestive issues.
Characteristics of fruit or seeds of water?
One of the characteristics of the seeds or fruits is that it usually has a hard shell and is hollow inside.
Does a point have no physical characteristics?
No, a point does not have physical characteristics.
