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Porphyra

Laver

紫菜 〔紫菜〕 zǐ cài

Alternate English names: nori amanori

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Porphyra tenera Kjellm.; Porphyra suborbiculata Kjellm.; Porphyra dentata Kjellm.

Use: Alimentary

Properties: Sweet and salty; cold.

Channel entry: Lung channel.

Actions and indications: Transforms phlegm and softens hardness; clears heat and disinhibits urine. Treats goiter; leg qì (jiǎo qì); water swelling; strangury.

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