炒萊菔子 · Chao Lai Fu Zi
Digestant herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional functions: Promotes digestion and relieves distension, downbears qi and resolves phlegm.
| Latin Name | Raphani Semen |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 炒萊菔子 · Chao Lai Fu Zi |
| Medicinal Part | Fruits and seeds |
| Efficacy Category | Digestant |
| Botanical Origin | The dried ripe seed of Raphanus sativus L. (Brassicaceae), stir-fried. |
| Nature & Flavour | Acrid, Sweet; Neutral |
| Channels Entered | Lung, Spleen, Stomach |
Chao Lai Fu Zi (Stir-fried Radish Seed) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Henan, Hebei, Zhejiang.
Nature & Flavour: Acrid, Sweet; Neutral
Channels Entered: Lung, Spleen, Stomach
Identification & Quality Standard
Raphani Semen
Botanical Origin
The dried ripe seed of Raphanus sativus L. (Brassicaceae), stir-fried.
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Henan, Hebei, Zhejiang.
Quality Requirements
Superior is large, full, oily.
Ellipsoid or oval, slightly扁, 2.5~4mm long, 2~3mm wide. After stir-frying, surface is dark brown, swollen, fragrant. Broken with oily-likecotyledons.
Acrid, Sweet; NeutralLungSpleenStomach
Promotes digestion and relieves distension, downbears qi and resolves phlegm.
In the Chinese materia medica, Chao Lai Fu Zi is classified among the Digestant herbs.
Medical Disclaimer — This article is provided for educational purposes only and describes traditional Chinese medicine concepts. It is not medical advice, and it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always consult a qualified practitioner before using any herb, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a diagnosed condition.
