Common Squill
Scilla Scilloides
Mian Zao Er

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; sweet; cold

Part(s) used

Bulb or whole herb

Potential toxicity/side effects

Slightly toxic

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To quicken blood and relieve pain, resolve toxin and disperse swelling.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Mammary welling abscess, knocks and falls, pain in sinews and bones, swelling pain of welling abscess and sore, edema due to heart disease.