Objective
Platycodon grandiflorus, a widely used edible and traditional Chinese medicinal herb, rich in saponins, flavonoids, phenolic acids, and fatty acids like linoleic acid, has various biological applications, including hypotension, lipid reduction, atherosclerosis, inflammation, cough and phlegm relief, promotion of cholic acid secretion, and antioxidant properties.
Conclusions
The herb is commonly used in the development of food products (cold mixed vegetables, canned vegetables, preserved fruit, salted vegetables) and cosmetics in northeast China, South Korea, Japan, and Korea. The review highlights the active chemical components and health benefits of Platycodon grandiflorus, suggesting its potential for developing nutraceutical products to prevent and manage chronic diseases.
