Alisma is a genus of flowering plants in the family Alismaceae, members of which are commonly known as water plantains. The genus consists of aquatic plants with floating or submerged leaves and is found in a variety of still water habitats around the world (almost worldwide). [1][2] Flowers are her

Alisma is one of the traditional Chinese medicine. According to Chinese medicine theory, it is cold in nature and has the effect of diverting water and dampness. Modern medical research shows that Alisma can reduce serum total cholesterol and triacylglycerol content, slow down the formation of atherosclerosis.