Vachelli Gulfweed
Sargassum Vachellianum
Wa Shi Ma Wei Zao

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Part(s) used

Frond

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To disperse phlegm, soften hardness, disinhibit water, abate swelling.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Goiter and carcinomas of neck, scrofula, bulging mounting, leg qi puffy swelling.