Bai Zhu Slices (Atractylodes macrocephala) — Dried Qi-Tonifying Herb, 500g
Price range: $4.20 through $7.33
Description
Bai Zhu Slices (Atractylodes macrocephala) are the dried rhizome slices of a foundational Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) herb known as Bái Zhú (白术), also called White Atractylodes. For centuries, Bai Zhu has been prized as a gentle, earth-centered tonic used to strengthen the Spleen, dry dampness, and support steady qi. Its nature is warm, sweet, and slightly bitter, making it a dependable herb for daily nourishment and seasonal balance.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional Spleen-strengthening food herb
- Dried Bai Zhu rhizome slices
- Atractylodes macrocephala
- Sourced from Anhui, China
- 500g value pack, sliced for easy decoction
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully sliced and dried to preserve its pale yellowish-white color, firm yet porous texture, and mild earthy aroma. When decocted, the slices soften and release a gentle, slightly sweet and bitter flavor with a warm, grounding character that blends smoothly into soups and teas.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Slices |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Bai Zhu |
| Botanical Name | Atractylodes macrocephala |
| Origin | Anhui, China |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Sliced and Dried |
Usage Scenarios
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Herbal tea blends
- Congee and grain porridge
- Seasonal slow-cooking
- Soup-pack ingredient
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Bai Zhu is decocted into soups, congee, and gentle tonics to support daily nourishment and digestive comfort. It is a common ingredient in Spleen-supporting formulas, where it pairs with ingredients like Poria, Codonopsis, and licorice. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with tangerine peel and jujube for a warm, mildly sweet infusion.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Bai Zhu?
A: Bai Zhu is the common Chinese name for dried rhizome slices of Atractylodes macrocephala, also called White Atractylodes. It is a traditional food herb used in soups and teas.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Bai Zhu?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Bai Zhu is associated with strengthening the Spleen, drying dampness, and supporting qi. It is often used in soups and teas for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Bai Zhu slices?
A: Rinse the slices and simmer them with soup ingredients, or brew them in hot water as part of a tea blend. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Second year atractylodes selection 0 5kg item, Two year atractylodes hand selected large pieces 0 5kg piece, One year atractylodes macrocephala passed no 6 sieve 0 5kg piece, Selected products from one year old atractylodes macrocephala passed no 12 sieve 0 5kg piece, Atractylodes granules 4 12 sieve large granules 0 5kg piece, Zhejiang atractylodes selection 0 5kg item, Zhejiang atractylodes tong 0 5kg piece, Atractylodes foam 0 5kg piece, Two year supply 0 5kg item |
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