Cao Dou Kou (Alpinia Katsumadai) – Warm the Stomach, Transform Dampness, Move Qi
Support digestion, relieve damp stagnation, and warm the Spleen and Stomach with Cao Dou Kou, the aromatic seed of Alpinia katsumadai. A core herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine, this pungent and warming remedy is used to move Qi, disperse cold, and transform internal dampness. Ideal for bloating, nausea, fullness, and cold abdominal discomfort, Cao Dou Kou is a go-to for restoring digestive harmony and flow.
✔ Warms the Middle Burner | ✔ Moves Qi & Dries Dampness | ✔ Aromatic Digestive Support
Cao Dou Kou (Alpinia katsumadai) – Herbal Benefits
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Health Benefits | – Relieves bloating and abdominal fullness – Warms the stomach and aids digestion – Reduces nausea and vomiting – Clears dampness in the digestive tract – Moves stagnant Qi |
| Why It Works | Cao Dou Kou contains volatile oils and flavonoids with carminative, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties. These support gastrointestinal function, reduce gas, and combat pathogenic microbes contributing to digestive discomfort. |
| Chinese Theory | In TCM, Cao Dou Kou is a warm, pungent herb that enters the Spleen and Stomach meridians. It is used to: – Warm the middle burner (Zhong Jiao) – Transform dampness – Promote Qi movement – Stop nausea/vomiting due to Cold-Damp obstruction |
| PubMed Research | – Gastrointestinal Effects: Alpinia katsumadai shows protective effects on the GI tract and reduces nausea. (PubMed ID: 30895365) – Anti-Inflammatory & Antioxidant: Demonstrated activity against oxidative stress and inflammation. (PubMed ID: 29207293) – Antimicrobial: Contains compounds that inhibit harmful bacteria and fungi in the gut. (PubMed ID: 18621088) |
Common Names: Alpinia Katsumadai Seed
Botanical Name: Alpinia katsumadai seed
Channels/Meridians: Stomach, Spleen
Other Names: Cardamom, Fructus Amomi Tsao-ko, Katsumada's Galangal Seed
Pin Yin Name: Cao Dou Kou
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Pack Size: 1.1 pounds - 500 grams packet size
Form: Whole
Dosage: Consult your healthcare professional for correct dosage.
Origin: China
Brand: Plum Flower
Caution: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Contraindicated in cases with yin or blood deficiency.
California Prop 65
Additional Information About Cao Dou Kou
- Roasting the herb cuts down the side affects.
- Warms the middle
- Dries dampness
- Moves the qi
- Provides gastrointestinal support
Product Properties: Acrid, Warm, Aromatic
Naturally Occurring Chemical Components: Linalool, a-terpine, Decanal, Essential Oils
What Herbs Combine with Alpinia Katsumadai Seed?
- Ginger and Alpinia Katsumadai Seed
- Magnolia bark and Alpinia Katsumadai Seed
- Pinellia and Alpinia Katsumadai Seed
- Cang Zhu and Alpinia Katsumadai Seed
- Hong Dou Kou and Alpinia Katsumadai Seed
- Cinnamon and Alpinia Katsumadai Seed
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About Plum Flower Quality Herb
Plum Flower is an established worldwide manufacturer of high-quality Chinese herbs, and innovative Chinese medicinal herbs and products. Plum Flower uses sulfur-free herbs and laboratory tests its products for contamination and heavy metals, such as mercury, lead, and pesticides.
- Made at GMP internationally certified facilities (Good Manufacturing Practices) Quality control tests are done at the manufacturing site and at third party labs to confirm results.
- Manufactured using Unsulfured, Chlorine free, Aluminum Phosphate free herbs when possible.
- Microbials and heavy metals tested. No preservatives.
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References:
https://herbpathy.com/Uses-and-Benefits-of-Alpinia-Katsumadai-Cid5150
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/herbs-and-spices/health-benefits-of-cardamom.html
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S156757691500048X
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3646104/
https://www.science.gov/topicpages/a/alpinia+katsumadai+hayata
