Irish Moss

Chondrus crispus

Part Used

Herb

Systems

Respiratory

Actions

Demulcent; mucilaginous; nutritive; pectoral

Traditional Uses

A cartilaginous seaweed harvested at low tide. Useful for chronic cough, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Indicated historically for tuberculosis.  An extremely safe and soothing plant to the mucous membranes and the bowel. ^2.