Cao Dou Kou – AiQUIN.com

Katsumadai Seed, Cǎo Dòu Kòu, 草⾖蔻, Semen Alpiniae Katsumadai

Disclaimer For educational purposes only. Do not use as medical advice

AboutBotanyChinese MedicineCaution

Health Benefits

For:

Attributes: antibiotic, gastrointestinal [18]

Products (online examples)

Space	Space	Space	Space

Research (sample)

Articles:

Space: Link

Constituents:
Essential oil, alpinetin, 7-hydroxy-5-methoxyt1 avanone, cardamonin, 2,4 -dihydroxy-6- methoxychalcone. [18]

Photos (Click to enlarge)

Fun Facts

Other Names: Ming Yi Za Zhu

Species
Space

Growth
TBD	TBD

Alpinia katsumadai Hayata is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

USA: Alpinia katsumadai Hayata USDA Zones:

Native:

Habitats:

Category: Aromatic Transform Damp

English: Katsumadai Seed Pinyin: Cao Dou Kou Pharmaceutical: Semen Alpiniae Katsumadai

Organs: Spleen • Stomach • Lung Temperature: Warm

Taste: Pungent • Aromatic Toxicity:

Patterns: Middle Jiao Cold Damp

Actions: Warm Middle Jiao, Dry Dampness, Promote Qi movement of MJ
Key 2nd Actions: Move Qi • Stop Diarrhea • Stop Nausea/Vomit/Hiccup

Indications: Middle Jiao cold and damp accumulation, nausea and vomiting from cold phlegm

Contraindications: Yin Deficiency, Blood Deficiency

Typical Dosage: 5g to 10g [25], 3g to 6g[18]; Add at the end, do not over cook Guidelines

Parts Used: Notable for: Move Qi • Stop Diarrhea • Stop Nausea/Vomit/Hiccup

Other:

Combine With	Purpose

Formulas with Cao Dou Kou

Alert

Be cautions with all medicine.

Potential Drug Interactions

Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below:

Herbs:

Pharma Drugs:

[3], [5], [8]

Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.

Go to Bibliography

0 Comments

Leave a Reply Cancel reply