Dried Radish Seed Lai Fu Zi 500g Raw Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use

Dried Radish Seed, known in TCM as Lai Fu Zi (莱菔子), from Raphanus sativus. These mature seeds are machine and hand cut for convenient decoction pieces. In TCM theory, radish seed is pungent and sweet in flavor and traditionally associated with the spleen, stomach, and lung channels. It is a classic ingredient in herbal formulas and culinary decoctions. Store in a cool, dry place and consult a qualified practitioner before use, especially for special populations.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Lai Fu Zi dried radish seed sourced from Sichuan
• Botanical source Raphanus sativus with mature seeds as the plant part
• Traditionally used in TCM decoctions and herbal formulas
• Machine and hand cut processing for easy brewing and cooking
• 500g resealable pack suitable for home herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically small, plump seeds with a yellowish-brown to dark brown color and a firm, oily texture. The aroma is mildly nutty and slightly pungent. When decocted, the taste is typically mild, earthy, and faintly peppery.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions following traditional formulas
• Add to soup packs for culinary herbal cooking
• Brew as a mild herbal tea with other botanicals
• Incorporate into congee or seasonal food recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Lai Fu Zi is traditionally associated with promoting digestion and easing food stagnation, and it is often paired with hawthorn and malt in classic digestive formulas. It is commonly decocted with other herbs, added to soups, or used in congee during heavier seasonal meals. Practitioners may also recommend it in blends supporting comfortable breathing.

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