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Decoctum Fructum
Decoction of Fruit


Tradition:
Western

Source / Author:

Herb Name
Fig
Prune
Jujube
Sebesten
Hops
Endive
Purslane
Chicory
Melon seed
Gourd seed
Pumpkin seed
Cucumber seed
Sour Dates
Violet

Latin
Ficus carica
Prunus domestica
Ziziphus jujuba
Cordia spp
Humulus lupulus
Chicorium endiva
Portulaceae oleracea
Chicorium intybus
Citrullus vulgaris
Cucurbitas spp.
Cucurbita pepo
Cucumis sativus
Diospyros lotus
Viola odorata

Amount

15 of each

20 of each
1
1⁄2 handful



1⁄2 handful ea.



1 dram ea.
1 ounce
1⁄2 ounce


Preparation:
Decoct all except the Dates in sufficient water until one-third has evaporated, adding the cut Dates at the end.

Function:
Clears Heat and Phlegm, clears Irritation, stops Cough, Laxative

Use:
1. clears Phlegm and Heat from the Lungs, good for Cough and Bronchitis;
2. clears Phlegm and Heat from the Stomach and Bowels;

3. it is gentle, and strengthens while cleansing;
4. also clears Heat from the Liver
5. used for Hernias.


Dose:

2–4, or 6 ounces.

Cautions:
None noted

Modifications:
1. Dandelion may replace Chicory; Sebestens may be replaced by increasing the number of Prunes or Jujubes.
2. To Purge, take with Rhubarb powder.


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