The efficacy and function of coral algae

Coralline algae is a very good medicinal material. It is often used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat patients. It has extremely high medicinal value. Let us learn about several aspects of coralline algae.

[Source] Medicinal material source: The algae of coralline algae of the Coralliaceae family.

[Original morphology] The algae are gray-red, calcified, and grow in upright clusters, 3-6cm high. The main branches and side branches are jointed, with pinnate branches or twigs growing in pairs. The internodes are cylindrical at the base, more or less flattened in the middle and upper parts, and slightly widened at the upper end. The internodes at the top of the branches are cylindrical and slightly flat at the top; the secondary branches are narrow, cylindrical, and the internodes are not calcified. The reproductive fossa is ovate, born on the barbules, on the sporophyte, and the sporangium is born in the reproductive fossa, which is layer-divided and has a single hole. The gametophyte has one hole in the male reproductive fossa, and the spermatocyst is long and cylindrical. There is also a hole on the top of the female reproductive fossa, which forms a large disc-shaped healing cell after fertilization. The maturity period is May-June.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown on rocky reefs or in rocky swamps in the low and mid-tidal zones.

【Properties】 Identification: The algae is gray-red, clumping, about 5 cm long, and calcified. The main branch is clearly segmented, about 1mm in diameter, cylindrical at the bottom and more or less flattened at the top, with 2-3 branches. Slightly swollen capsules can sometimes be seen on the twigs.

[Chemical composition] Contains cholesterol, corallinans, which are composed of xylose and L-galactose.

【Functions and indications】 Expel roundworms. Ascariasis

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 9-15g; or grind into powder.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

The unique living environment gives coral algae magical effects. After the introduction above, I believe everyone has a certain understanding. I hope that everyone can learn more about this in daily life, and while increasing experience, be able to solve the difficulties in life.