Names: Cucurbitea peponis semen, Field Pumpkin, Pepo, Pumpkin Seed. Cucurbita pepo.  

Family: Cucurbitaceae.

Properties:

expel parasites, alleviate pain – tape worms, round worms, schistosomiasis
benefit post partum fluid metabolism – post partum hand and feet swelling, aids in lactation

Dosage:30 – 60 g.

Used For:

Orally, Nan Gua Zi/Pumpkin is used for dysuria secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), bladder irritation, treating intestinal worms, and treating pyelonephritis.

In combination, pumpkin is used in an herbal combination to treat symptoms of BPH.  

Roasted pumpkins seeds are considered a snack food.