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General Information

Gomphandra mollis is an erect, evergreen shrub or a small tree growing 2 - 7 metres tall from a fleshy, tuberous rootstock[, ]..
The plant is harvested from the wild for local use as a medicine.

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

E. Asia - southern China (Yunnan), Vietnam

Habitat

Forests, valleys, roadsides; at elevations from 100 - 1,100 metres[].

Properties

Medicinal Rating
Habit	Evergreen Tree
Height	5.00 m
Self-fertile	No
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

The root is used as a reconstituent and stomachic, as a stimulant to the appetite and as a galactagogue, laxative and diuretic remedy. Its continuous administration brings about a weight increase and good heallh. A daily dose of 10 to 20g is given in the form of a decoction, elixir or powder or is mixed with honey pills[].
The roots can be collected the whole year round, but preferably at the end of the growing season. They are well washed then cut into slices. soaked in rice water for 24 hours, then dried in the sun or in dryers[].

Other Uses

None known

Propagation

Seed -

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