Indian Trumpetflower Seed mù hú dié · 木蝴蝶

Safety. A comparatively mild herb, but mild is not the same as studied: the traditional indications above rest on practice and texts rather than clinical trials, and this page makes no therapeutic claim. As with any seed material, allergic reaction is possible and quality depends on storage — mouldy seed is a real risk in humid climates. Avoid in pregnancy and breastfeeding, as there is not enough safety information. Persistent hoarseness for more than a few weeks is a symptom that warrants examination of the vocal cords rather than repeated throat tea: it is usually benign but it is occasionally the first sign of something that needs treating. Cough with weight loss, blood, or night fever is likewise a matter for a doctor.