Wu Zhi Mao Tao Root Pieces (Radix Fici Simplicissimae) — Dried Food Herb for Soup & Tea

Wu Zhi Mao Tao Root Pieces (Radix Fici Simplicissimae) are the dried root pieces of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Wǔ Zhǐ Máo Táo (五指毛桃). Also called Five-Finger Peach Root, Wuzhimaotao, or Milk Root, it has been prized for centuries as a gentle, qi-supporting herb used in soups, teas, and daily nourishment. Its nature is sweet and neutral, making it a mild yet deeply comforting herb for supporting the Spleen, nourishing qi, and promoting overall wellness.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional qi-supporting food herb
• Dried Wu Zhi Mao Tao root pieces
• Radix Fici Simplicissimae
• Suitable for soup, tea, and congee
• Clean, new-crop quality

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully cut and dried to preserve its pale tan color, firm texture, and mild earthy aroma with a subtle coconut-like note. When simmered, the pieces soften and release a gentle, slightly sweet flavor with a smooth, milky mouthfeel, adding depth to broths without overpowering other ingredients.

Technical Specifications

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, Wu Zhi Mao Tao is decocted into soups, congee, and gentle tonics to support daily nourishment and vitality. It is a common ingredient in southern Chinese soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like Chinese yam, goji berry, and jujube. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other gentle herbs for a light, mildly sweet infusion.

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