Steinmetz:Momordica

General Index (総索引)

Medicinal Effect (薬効一覧)

Momordica balsamina

Also known as (or relevant to) Momordica balsamina Momdrdica charantia Family Cucurbitaceae English Names Balsam Cucumber Bitter Gourd Balsam Pear Maiden's Blush Natural Habitat India Southern China cultivated in the tropics Part(s) Used Fructus Momordicae

Constituent(s) bitter glucoside resin albuminoids carbohydrates Action tonic stimulant stomachic emetic laxative antibilious alterative wholesome used in gout and rheumatism (a drastic purgative when ripe)