Platycodon, also called Bellflower or Balloon, is a plant native to Asia. Renowned for its buds that swell like balloons before hatching, it is a very popular plant in traditional Chinese medicine, which recommends its root (Jie geng in Chinese) for its benefits on respiratory comfort .

In TCM, Jie geng acts on the Lungs and transforms Mucus. It contributes to the good health of the respiratory organs and is therefore ideal for regaining comfort.