Freeze-Dried Huoshan Shi Hu (Dendrobium huoshanense) — Premium TCM Yin-Nourishing Herb, 64g Gift Box
$17.73
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Description
Freeze-Dried Huoshan Shi Hu (Dendrobium huoshanense) is the freeze-dried stem of a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Huò Shān Shí Hú (霍山石斛), also called Huoshan Dendrobium or Mi Hu. For centuries, Shi Hu has been prized as a yin-nourishing, fluid-generating, and stomach-soothing herb, used to support throat comfort, replenish body fluids, and promote gentle daily wellness. Its nature is sweet, slightly cold, and balancing, making it a gentle yet profoundly nourishing herb for the Stomach and Kidney channels. This freeze-dried Mi Hu is ready to eat directly, offering a convenient modern format for a classic TCM food herb.
Key Selling Points
- Premium Huoshan Dendrobium (Dendrobium huoshanense) from Anhui origin
- Freeze-dried (FD) processing preserves color, texture, and nutrients
- Ready-to-eat format for convenient daily nourishment
- Traditional yin-nourishing and fluid-generating food herb
- 64g gift box packaging, ideal for personal use or gifting
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully freeze-dried to preserve its pale golden-green color, crisp yet slightly chewy texture, and delicate herbal aroma. When chewed directly, it releases a mild, subtly sweet flavor with a refreshing, slightly viscous mouthfeel. When steeped in hot water, it yields a gentle, faintly sweet infusion with a clean, grassy finish.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Freeze-Dried Herbal Stem |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Huoshan Shi Hu / Mi Hu |
| Botanical Name | Dendrobium huoshanense |
| Origin | Anhui, China |
| Net Weight | 64g |
| Processing | Freeze-Dried (FD) |
Usage Scenarios
- Direct consumption as a ready-to-eat herbal snack
- Steeped in hot water as a daily herbal tea
- Added to soups and congee for nourishment
- Gift-giving for wellness occasions
- Daily wellness routine for throat and fluid support
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Huoshan Shi Hu is decocted into soups, congee, and gentle tonics to nourish yin and generate fluids. It is a common ingredient in throat-soothing teas, where it pairs with ingredients like lily bulb, goji berry, and rock sugar. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with chrysanthemum and wolfberry for a light, mildly sweet infusion. In modern times, freeze-dried Mi Hu is chewed directly as a convenient ready-to-eat format, placing this classic herb back into daily life.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Huoshan Shi Hu?
A: Huoshan Shi Hu is the common Chinese name for the stem of Dendrobium huoshanense, a traditional food herb from Anhui, China. It is also called Mi Hu and is prized in TCM for nourishing yin and generating fluids.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Huoshan Shi Hu?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Shi Hu is associated with nourishing yin, moistening dryness, and supporting fluid balance. It is often used in teas and soups for daily seasonal nourishment and throat comfort.
Q: How do I use freeze-dried Mi Hu?
A: This product is ready to eat directly. You can also steep it in hot water as a tea or add it to soups and congee. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 15 × 8 cm |
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