Sheng Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Sulfur-Free Licorice Root Pieces, 500g
Price range: $4.28 through $6.71
Description
Sheng Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis), known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Shēng Gān Cǎo (生甘草), are the dried root slices of one of the most revered and widely used herbs in the Chinese herbal tradition. Also called Chinese Licorice Root, Gan Cao has been prized for centuries as a harmonizing, qi-tonifying, and throat-soothing herb, traditionally used to support digestion, ease coughs, clear heat, and moderate the actions of other herbs in a formula. Its nature is sweet and neutral, making it one of the most gentle yet profoundly versatile herbs in the TCM materia medica.
Key Selling Points
- Sulfur-free, new-crop licorice root slices
- Traditional harmonizing and qi-tonifying herb
- Glycyrrhiza uralensis from Gansu origin
- Naturally sun-dried round slices
- Suitable for decoction, tea, and herbal formulas
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully sliced into small round pieces and naturally sun-dried to preserve its warm golden-yellow color, firm yet slightly fibrous texture, and mild sweet aroma. When decocted, the slices release a distinctly sweet, mellow flavor with a gentle earthy undertone, adding a naturally harmonizing sweetness to teas and herbal broths without overpowering other ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Slices |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Sheng Gan Cao |
| Botanical Name | Glycyrrhiza uralensis |
| Form | Small Round Slices (0.5-0.8 cm) |
| Origin | Gansu, China |
| Processing | Naturally Sun-Dried, Sulfur-Free |
Usage Scenarios
- Herbal decoctions and TCM formulas
- Daily licorice root tea
- Soup and broth seasoning
- Throat-soothing tea blends
- Herbal pairing with other botanicals
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Gan Cao is decocted into soups, teas, and classical formulas to harmonize the actions of other herbs, support digestion, and soothe the throat. It is one of the most common ingredients in traditional Chinese herbal blends, often paired with ingredients like ginger, jujube, and chrysanthemum. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other botanicals for a naturally sweet, warming infusion.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Sheng Gan Cao?
A: Sheng Gan Cao is the common Chinese name for dried root slices of Glycyrrhiza uralensis, also known as Chinese Licorice Root. It is a traditional food herb widely used in teas, soups, and herbal formulas.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Gan Cao?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Gan Cao is associated with tonifying qi, harmonizing other herbs, moistening the throat, and supporting digestion. It is often used in decoctions and daily teas for gentle, balanced nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Gan Cao slices?
A: Rinse the slices and simmer them in water as part of a decoction or tea blend, or add them to soups and broths. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Select goods around 1 8 2 2 500 grams, Large slices about 1 8 2 2cm 500g, Medium slices about 1 2 1 6cm 500g, Small pieces 0 5 0 8cm 500g, Particles below 0 5cm 500g, Select goods around 1 8 2 2 100 grams, Large slices 1 8 2 2cm 100g, Medium slices approximately 1 2 1 6cm thick 100g, Small pieces 0 5 0 8cm 100g |
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