Luo Han Guo Momordica grosvenori Swingle
Luo Han GuoScientific Name(s): Siraitia grosvenori (Swingle) Curcubitaceae Syn., Thladiantha grosvenori (Swingle) Momordicae grosvenori (Swingle)
Common Name(s): Lo han guo , lo han kuo , luo han guo , lor hon kor , ge si wei ruo guo , ra kan ka , monk fruit , arhat fruit ,momordica fruit , Momordicae grosvenori fructus , longevity fruit , magic fruit
In southern China, luo han guo is popularly considered a longevity aid and is used to balance heat buildup caused by internal conditions, life-forces, or external heat. It is used as an expectorant and antitussive to treat lung congestion, cough, other respiratory ailments, and sore throat. It also is used for constipation and chronic enteritis. Luo han guo is a low‐caloric, low‐glycemic food used as a sweetener in beverages and cooked food.