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Hodgsonia macrocarpa

Skin and Topical

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 30, 2026

Description

Large-seeded cucurbit from Southeast Asia whose seed oil is used in folk medicine for skin and as lamp oil.

Active Compounds

fatty acidssterolstocopherols

Traditional Uses

Skin conditions in Southeast Asian folk medicine
Lamp oil use
Nutritive seed oil

Modern Uses

Skin emollient
Antioxidant properties

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: topical, other
Adult Dose: Oil applied topically as needed
Child Dose: Not established
Preparation Notes: Extract seed oil by pressing; apply to skin.

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

Nut allergy

Possible Side Effects

None documented

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Hodgsonia macrocarpa

Description

Active Compounds

Traditional Uses

Modern Uses

Contraindications

Possible Side Effects