Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g
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Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g

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Description

Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis), known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Gān Cǎo (甘草) and honored as the 'Great Harmonizer' of herbal formulas, are the dried root slices of a foundational food-herb prized for centuries as a sweet, neutral, and harmonizing botanical. Also called Chinese Licorice Root, Gan Cao has been used to moderate the character of other herbs, support the Middle Burner, and bring a naturally sweet, mellow note to teas, soups, and decoctions. Its nature is sweet and neutral, making it one of the most gentle yet widely used herbs in the TCM repertoire.

Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g overview
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g overview
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g overview
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g overview

Key Selling Points

  • Traditional harmonizing food herb (药食同源)
  • Red-skin licorice root slices, unsulfured
  • Glycyrrhiza uralensis, 500g pack
  • Suitable for tea, soup, and decoction
  • Also available as custom-milled powder
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g key features
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g key features
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g key features
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g key features

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully sliced and dried to preserve its warm reddish-brown outer skin, pale yellow inner core, and firm, fibrous texture. The slices carry a mild, sweet, hay-like aroma. When decocted or brewed, they yield a naturally sweet, smooth infusion with a lingering mellow finish that softens the sharper notes of companion herbs.

Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g quality and texture
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g quality and texture
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g quality and texture
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried Herb Slices
Common Name Gan Cao (Chinese Licorice Root)
Botanical Name Glycyrrhiza uralensis
Form Dried Root Slices
Net Weight 500g
Shelf Life 24 months
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g specifications
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g specifications
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g specifications
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Herbal tea blends and daily infusions
  • Chinese-style soups and broths
  • Decoction companion herb for formula balance
  • Seasonal nourishing congee
  • Custom-milled powder for drink mixes
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g in use
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g in use
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g in use
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g in use

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Gan Cao is decocted into soups, teas, and classic formulas to harmonize the ingredients around it and lend a naturally sweet, mellow taste. It is one of the most frequently used herbs in TCM formulas, often paired with jujube, ginger, or chrysanthemum in daily teas, and simmered into congee and broths for gentle, everyday nourishment. Its reputation as the 'Great Harmonizer' comes from its traditional role in softening sharp flavors and balancing the character of a blend.

Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g preparation
Gan Cao Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Red-Skin Licorice Root, Unsulfured, 500g preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is Gan Cao?

A: Gan Cao is the common Chinese name for the 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 supporting the Middle Burner, harmonizing other herbs, and moistening dryness. It is often used as a companion herb in teas and decoctions for daily nourishment.

Q: How do I use Gan Cao slices?

A: Rinse the slices and simmer them with soup ingredients, or brew them in hot water as part of a tea blend. They can also be milled into powder for drink mixes. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.

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Packaging specifications

Licorice premium 500g, Licorice optional 500g, Licorice tube 500g, Licorice slices 500g, Zigancao 500g, Licorice powder 500g

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