Bei Sha Shen (Glehnia littoralis) — Dried Food-Herb Root, Unsulfured, Inner Mongolia
$5.87 – $12.55Price range: $5.87 through $12.55
Description
Bei Sha Shen (Glehnia littoralis) is the dried root of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Běi Shā Shēn (北沙参). Also called Coastal Glehnia Root, Bei Sha Shen has long been prized as a gentle, yin-nourishing herb used to moisten dryness, support the Lungs, and replenish fluids. Its nature is sweet and slightly cold, making it a mild yet nourishing herb for seasonal dryness and everyday herbal soups.




Key Selling Points
- Traditional yin-nourishing food herb
- Unsulfured, naturally dried root
- Sourced from Inner Mongolia
- Glehnia littoralis (Bei Sha Shen)
- Suitable for soup, congee, and tea




Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its pale ivory to light cream color, firm yet slightly flexible texture, and mild, faintly sweet earthy aroma. When simmered, the root slices soften and release a gentle, subtly sweet flavor that adds quiet depth to broths without overpowering other ingredients.




Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Root |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Bei Sha Shen |
| Botanical Name | Glehnia littoralis |
| Origin | Inner Mongolia |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |




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, Bei Sha Shen is decocted into soups, congee, and gentle tonics to support daily nourishment during dry seasons. It is a common ingredient in autumn soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like lily bulb, yu zhu, and jujube. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with chrysanthemum and wolfberry for a light, mildly sweet infusion.




FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Bei Sha Shen?
A: Bei Sha Shen is the common Chinese name for the dried root of Glehnia littoralis, also called Coastal Glehnia Root. It is a traditional food herb used in tea and soup.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Bei Sha Shen?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Bei Sha Shen is associated with nourishing yin, moistening dryness, and supporting the Lungs. It is often used in soups and teas for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Bei Sha Shen?
A: Rinse the root and simmer it with soup ingredients, or brew it 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 | Bashamshen strips 0 5kg piece, Peeled north ginseng 0 5kg piece, North ginseng without peeling 0 5kg piece, Nansha ginseng 0 5kg piece |
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