Zu Shi Ma (Daphne giraldii) Dried Bark — Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, 500g

Zu Shi Ma (Daphne giraldii) is the dried stem bark and root bark of a traditional Chinese herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Zǔ Shī Má (祖师麻). Also called Girald's Daphne, this herb has been prized in folk practice as a warming, wind-dispelling, and channel-unblocking botanical used to ease joint discomfort, support smooth movement, and address cold-damp obstruction patterns. Its nature is warm, slightly pungent, and mildly toxic in raw form, making it a potent herb traditionally prepared with care for external and internal use.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional Chinese herb Zu Shi Ma (Daphne giraldii)
• Dried stem bark and root bark
• Prized for dispelling wind and unblocking channels
• 500g bulk pack for decoction and external preparations
• Sourced and packed by Kangweifu Pharmaceutical

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its fibrous texture, pale tan to brownish color, and mild, earthy, slightly pungent aroma. When decocted, it yields a warm, bitter, and slightly acrid infusion with a lingering herbal character. The bark is tough and stringy, requiring longer simmering to fully release its constituents.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional decoction for internal use
• External wash or compress for joint and muscle areas
• Herbal soak for hands and feet
• Combined with other herbs in TCM formulas
• Bulk preparation for herbal practitioners

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Zu Shi Ma is decocted alone or in combination with other herbs to dispel wind-damp, warm the channels, and ease joint stiffness. It is also used externally as a wash or poultice for localized discomfort. Traditional formulas often pair it with herbs like Du Huo, Wei Ling Xian, and Chuan Xiong. Because of its potency, it is typically used in controlled amounts and prepared with care.

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