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Eriocheiris Caro et Viscera

Crab [flesh and innards]

蟹 〔蟹〕 xiè

Alternate Chinese names: 津蟹 jīn xiè

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Eriocheir sinensis H. Milne-Edwards; Eriocheir japonicus De Haan

Use: Alimentary

Properties: Salty; cold.

Channel entry: Liver and stomach channels.

Actions and indications: Clears heat and disperses blood stasis. Treats sinew and bone damage due to injury from knocks and falls; scab (jiè) and lichen (xiǎn); lacquer sores; scalds.

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