CAU
Bao Mu
Abrus precatorius seed coat only (Crab eye vine)
Use with Caution
V1 Verified
TCM Herbs
PubMed Studies
280
About
Only the outer seed coat is used medicinally. Contains abrin (one of the most toxic plant proteins) in the seed interior. Strictly the processed seed coat preparation is used.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts via multiple pharmacodynamic mechanisms consistent with Traditional Chinese Medicine polypharmacology. Primary active compounds modulate key signalling pathways including NF-kB, AMPK, and receptor-mediated pathways identified in modern pharmacological research.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
DANGER: Inner seed contains abrin (ricin-like toxin). Only seed coat preparations from trained practitioners. Not for self-supplementation.
🏷️ Other Names
Abrus precatorius seed coat only (Crab eye vine)