Pumpkin (seed)
Cucurbita pepo · Cucurbitaceae
Pumpkin (seed)
Courge
Cucurbita pepo
Cucurbitaceae
Traditionally used
Pumpkin seed — a gentle, food-safe remedy. The peeled seeds are traditionally taken (often as a purée) to expel tapeworm and to ease the irritable bladder and early prostate enlargement of later life; also a mild laxative and diuretic. Well tolerated.
In three languages
Français — Graine de courge — remède doux, sans danger alimentaire. Les graines pelées se prennent traditionnellement (souvent en purée) pour expulser le ténia et soulager vessie irritable et hypertrophie prostatique débutante; aussi léger laxatif et diurétique. Bien tolérée.
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Sources & lineage
EMA (Cucurbitae semen); European phytotherapy
Kept alongside