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Raphani Verdis Radix

Green radish

青萝卜 〔青蘿蔔〕 qīng luó bó

Alternate English names: green Chinese radish green daikon

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Raphanus sativus L. var. longipinnatus Bailey cv. `Green'

Use: Alimentary

Properties: Acrid and sweet; cool; nontoxic*.

Channel entry: Lung and stomach channels.

Actions and indications: Disinhibits water; dispels phlegm; reduces blood pressure. Treats water swelling, leg qì (jiǎo qì) (beriberi), bronchitis, hypertension, diabetes mellitus.

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