Kelp

median stem-like parts of the thallus of brown algae (“petioles” of kelp) – Laminaria.

Botanical description. Brown alga with 3-5 “petiole” and leathery palmate leaf-like thalli up to 70 cm in length. It grows in the deep waters of the North Atlantic. Active ingredient: highly swelling mucus.

Application. Previously used in the manufacture of swellable tampons in gynecological and surgical practice.

Brown algae – Phaeophyceae.

Pharmacy name: median stem-like parts of the thallus of brown algae (“petioles” of kelp) – Laminaria.

Botanical description. Brown alga with 3-5 “petiole” and leathery palmate leaf-like thalli up to 70 cm in length. It grows in the deep waters of the North Atlantic. Active ingredient: highly swelling mucus.

Application. Previously used in the manufacture of swellable tampons in gynecological and surgical practice.