Tong Cao Slices (Tetrapanax papyrifer) — Dried Food Herb for Soup & Tea
Price range: $17.25 through $68.13
Description
Tong Cao Slices (Tetrapanax papyrifer) are the dried stem pith slices of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Tōng Cǎo (通草). Also called Rice-paper Plant Pith, Tong Cao has been prized for centuries as a gentle, bland-natured herb used to support fluid movement and soothe the body. Its nature is sweet, bland, and slightly cold, making it a mild yet effective herb for promoting the free flow of fluids and supporting lactation in traditional food therapy.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional fluid-moving food herb
- Dried Tong Cao stem pith slices
- Tetrapanax papyrifer
- Suitable for soup and tea
- Clean, new-crop quality
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully sliced and dried to preserve its pale white color, light spongy texture, and faint, neutral aroma. When simmered, the slices soften and release a subtle, mildly sweet flavor, adding a gentle, fluid-promoting quality to broths without overpowering other ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Slices |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Tong Cao |
| Botanical Name | Tetrapanax papyrifer |
| Form | Dried Slices |
| Primary Use | Herbal Tea and Soup Ingredient |
| Processing | Dried and Sliced |
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, Tong Cao is decocted into soups, congee, and gentle tonics to support daily fluid balance and traditional lactation support. It is a common ingredient in postpartum soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like dang gui, astragalus, and jujube. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other mild herbs for a light, neutral infusion.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Tong Cao?
A: Tong Cao is the common Chinese name for dried stem pith slices of Tetrapanax papyrifer, also called Rice-paper Plant Pith. It is a traditional food herb used in tea and soup.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Tong Cao?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Tong Cao is associated with promoting fluid movement and supporting lactation. It is often used in soups and teas for daily nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Tong Cao 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 | 500 grams of datongcao, 500 grams of xiaotongcao |
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