Kutantan is the seed of the leguminous plant Thick-fruited wild bean vine. It is mainly distributed in Fujian, Guangxi, Sichuan, Guizhou, Yunnan and other regions in China. It has high medicinal value and can be used to dispel accumulation and kill insects. Let's take a closer look at the uses of Kutantan!
【Identification of Kutantan】
Kutantan seeds are flat and slightly kidney-shaped, attached to both ends of the pod. One side is round and the other side is flat; the seeds in the middle of the pod are flat on both sides. They are about 4cm long and 3cm thick.
The surface is reddish-brown to blackish-brown, shiny, or with a thin grayish-white film. The hilum is located in the middle of the concave waist. It has a faint odor and a mild taste followed by a tingling sensation. The preferred seeds are reddish-brown, large, and free of insect damage.
【Precautions for using Kutantan】
The toxic parts of Kutantan are the seeds and roots, so internal use should be cautious.
Symptoms of poisoning: vomiting, abdominal pain, dizziness, dry mucous membranes, rapid breathing, loss of consciousness, initial stimulation of the nerves followed by paralysis.
Rescue methods: gastric lavage may be considered in the early stage, and lubricating protective agents and symptomatic treatment such as fluid supplementation should be given.
【Medicinal Uses of Kutantan】
1. For hand and foot pain: Take 100g of Kutantan and decoct in water for oral administration.
2. For spontaneous sweating due to physical weakness: Take 150g of fresh Kutantan, decoct in water, and mix with two eggs for consumption.
3. For rheumatic pain: Grind Kutantan fruits into powder, take 1.5-2.5g each time, and dissolve in boiling water for consumption.
