Foxtail-Like Sophora
Sophora Alopecuroides
Ku Dou Zi

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; cold

Part(s) used

Whole herb and seed

Potential toxicity/side effects

Toxic

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To clear heat and dry damp, kill worms and relieve pain.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Dysentery, stomachache, excessive leukorrhea, eczema, sore and boil, intractable lichen.