Plantain Seed is the plant of Plantago family, which is the dry and mature seed of Plantago, thus, called Plantain Seed. Plantain Seed is a sweet, slightly cold. Plantain Seed is not only into the liver, kidney, lung, but also the small intestine. Plantain Seed has effects on heat diuretic. In addition, plantain seed can make eyes bright. Plantain Seeds are also used for the treatment of cough caused by phlegm heat, vomiting yellow phlegm and other diseases. Plantain Seed should be fried in packets and boiled in bags.
Chinese Name | 车前子 |
Pin Yin Name | Che Qian Zi |
English Name | Plantain Seed |
Latin Name | Semen Plantaginis |
Botanical Name | 1. Plantago asiatica L.;2. Plantago depressa Willd. |
Other name | che qian zi, plantago ovata, psyllium, plantago ovata seeds |
Appearance | Brown seed |
Smell and Taste | Slight in smell, bland in taste |
Specification | Whole, slices, powder (We can also extract if you need) |
Part Used | Seed |
Shelf life | 2 Years |
Storage | Store in cool and dry places, keep away from strong light |
Shipment | By Sea, Air, Express, Train |
1. Plantain Seed can induce diuresis to relieve stranguria;
2. Plantain Seed can drain dampness to check diarrhea;
3. Plantain Seed can clear liver-fire to improve vision and clear lung heat and resolve phlegm.
1.Plantain Seed is not suitable for people with deficiency of kidney and cold body.
2.Plantain Seed can not be used too much.