Sappan Wood
Lignum Sappan, Sappan Lignum
Su Mu

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Sweet; salty; calm

Part(s) used

Heartwood

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To quicken blood and dispel stasis, disperse swelling and relieve pain.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea, postpartum blood stasis, stabbing pain in chest and abdomen, swelling pain due to external injury.