Radish Seed (Lai Fu Zi)

Chinese Bulk Herbs – Radish Seed (Lai Fu Zi)

Radish Seed, also known as (Lai Fu Zi), helps to dissolve phlegm and redirect lung qi downward to reduce cough and bronchitis. Radish seed helps to improve digestion through this qi lowering action, and relieves gas, distension, and pain.

Clinical Use (Chinese):

Lai fu zi has the action of dissipating food stagnation and improving digestion through moving the qi downward and relieving distension. It not only dissipates stagnation and promotes digestion, but also resolves phlegm through directing the qi downward.

Latin Name:
Raphanus sativus

Chinese Name:
Lai Fu Zi

Common Names:
Radish Seed

Parts Used:
Whole seeds

Properties:
Expectorant, digestive, carminative. Neutral, acrid, sweet. Affects stomach, spleen, and lungs.

Traditional Uses:
Lai Fu Zi is used to relieve gas and indigestion as well as stop upper-respiratory problems. It is featured in many Indian dishes.

Topical Uses / Applications:
N/A

Culinary Uses:
In Indian cuisine, the seed pods are often used and are called “Mogri”

Cautions:
GRAS: Generally Recognized as Safe. This herb can be safely consumed when used appropriately.

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