藈 (kuí) - A type of plant, specifically referring to the

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藈 · kuí

A type of plant, specifically referring to the bitter melon or bitter gourd (Momordica charantia).

A type of plant, specifically referring to the

Usage highlights

Bitter melonBitter gourdMedicinal plant

Synonyms

  • 苦瓜— bitter melon/gourd (common name)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Bitter melon (藈菇) is known for its medicinal properties.
  • The plant (藈) produces edible, though bitter, fruit.
  • Traditional medicine uses bitter gourd (藈) for various ailments.

Collocations

  • Bitter melon(藈菇)
  • Bitter gourd(藈瓜)
  • Medicinal plant(药用藈)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily appears in botanical and traditional medicinal contexts.
  • Rarely used in modern vernacular; mostly found in specialized texts.

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