- Region
- Europe
- Origin
- Europe (North Atlantic coast), North America (Atlantic coast)
- Traditions
- Western herbal medicine
Europe · Other · № 308
Chondrus crispus
Other · Europe
Irish moss
Chondrus crispus
Traditionally attributed effects: soothing, expectorant, against vomiting, nourishing.
Safety notes
Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Preparation
Dried seaweed boiled in milk or water into a gel. No dosage is given here.
Use in traditions
Irish moss (carrageen) was eaten in Ireland during the Great Famine and is still a traditional ingredient of a sweet milk pudding. It is the source of carrageenan, a gelling agent in dairy and vegetarian products. In folk medicine it was boiled in milk for coughs and colds.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
Herbal medicine worldwide
Attributed effects
Soothing, expectorant, against vomiting, nourishing.
Preparation and amount
Whole plant (thallus).