Information on Dodder
| Latin Name |
| Cuscuta chinensis |
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| Affects |
| Urinary system, Liver |
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| Dosages |
| Decoction: 1-2 cups 2-3 x daily |
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| Cautions |
| Avoid during pregnancy. |
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| Botanical Information |
| A twining bright orange parastitic herb with small clusters of white flowers; native from China to Australia. |
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| Description |
Dodder seed is a Chinese herb. It is regarded as a kidney tonic used to treat such symptoms as frequent urination, sore back, impotence, or leukorrea. It has also been used to treat threatened miscarriage and to stop diarrhea and is considered a sexual tonic.
Dodder sees has a taste of ACRID and SWEET and a temperature of NEUTRAL. |
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| References |
| McGuffin, M. et al. 1997. Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton: CRC Press.
Bensky, D. and A. Gamble. 1986. Chinese Herbal Medicine. Seattle: Eastland Press.
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Ailments treated by Dodder
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