Rhizoma Phragmitis (Lu Gen) (16oz)

Alias: Rhizoma Phragmitis, Lu Gen, Reed Root

Taste: Sweet, Cold

Pharmacological Effects:

Lu Gen (Rhizoma Phragmitis) has significant effects such as clearing heat, generating fluids, promoting diuresis, and cooling the blood to stop bleeding. It is commonly used to treat symptoms caused by heat and toxins, such as upper respiratory tract infections, lung heat cough, and sore throat. Lu Gen helps clear heat from the body, alleviating symptoms like cough, expectoration, and thirst, particularly for lung conditions associated with heat.

Additionally, Lu Gen has diuretic properties and is often used to treat urinary issues like painful urination or dark, scanty urine caused by damp-heat. It helps eliminate heat toxins and dampness from the body, promoting urination and relieving symptoms of edema.

Modern research shows that Lu Gen contains abundant active compounds such as polysaccharides, glycosides, and volatile oils, which have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects. It also helps enhance immune function, balance bodily fluids, and detoxify the body. Lu Gen is a beneficial herb for both the respiratory and urinary systems.