Tu Fu Ling Slices (Smilax glabra) — Sulfur-Free Dried Food Herb, 500g
$4.93 – $6.96Price range: $4.93 through $6.96
Description
Tu Fu Ling Slices (Smilax glabra) are the dried rhizome slices of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Tǔ Fú Líng (土茯苓). Also called Glabrous Greenbrier Rhizome, Tu Fu Ling has long been prized as a dampness-clearing, toxin-resolving herb used in soups, decoctions, and seasonal wellness formulas. Its nature is sweet, bland, and neutral, making it a gentle yet effective herb for draining dampness, easing joint discomfort, and supporting clear, balanced skin.




Key Selling Points
- Sulfur-free, naturally dried Tu Fu Ling slices
- Traditional dampness-clearing food herb
- Smilax glabra rhizome, thick-cut pieces
- 500g value pack, new-crop stock
- Suitable for soups, teas, and decoctions




Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully sliced and dried to preserve its pale yellowish-white color, firm dense texture, and clean, faintly earthy aroma. The slices are thick and well-formed, with a dry, smooth surface free of sulfur treatment. When decocted or simmered, they yield a mild, subtly sweet and bland infusion that blends easily into soups without overpowering other ingredients.




Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Slices |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Tu Fu Ling |
| Botanical Name | Smilax glabra |
| Form | Dried Rhizome Slices |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Origin | China |




Usage Scenarios
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Herbal decoctions and tea blends
- Seasonal dampness-clearing formulas
- Slow-cooked medicinal food packs
- Daily wellness congee




Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Tu Fu Ling is decocted into soups, congee, and dampness-clearing tonics to support the body during humid seasons. It is a common ingredient in southern Chinese soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like coix seed, poria, and red bean. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other gentle herbs for a light, bland infusion that harmonizes the body.



FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Tu Fu Ling?
A: Tu Fu Ling is the common Chinese name for dried rhizome slices of Smilax glabra, also called Glabrous Greenbrier Rhizome. It is a traditional food herb used in soups and decoctions.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Tu Fu Ling?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Tu Fu Ling is associated with clearing dampness, resolving toxin, and supporting joint comfort. It is often used in soups and teas for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Tu Fu Ling 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 | Standard smilax smilax 0 5kg item, Powdered smilax smilax 0 5kg piece |
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