Tong Cao Rice Paper Pith Dried Sichuan Herbal Slices 500g for Decoction and Soup

Tong Cao (通草), the dried stem pith of Tetrapanax papyrifer, is a classic Chinese herbal material traditionally used in TCM. Light and white with a mild sweet taste, it is traditionally associated with clearing and promoting fluid movement. Commonly simmered in soups and decoctions, it is a simple dried botanical for traditional home preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Tong Cao (通草) stem pith slices from Sichuan
• Botanical source Tetrapanax papyrifer prepared by air drying
• Traditionally used in TCM for its mild sweet nature and light texture
• Large pith slices in a 500g pack for decoction and soup use
• Sealed natural dried botanical suitable for everyday herbal cooking

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale white to ivory in color with a light papery texture and hollow pith structure. The aroma is faint and neutral, and when simmered the slices typically yield a very mild, slightly sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal soups with pork or poultry
• Added to traditional decoctions
• Cooked into light herbal congee
• Used in seasonal home herbal recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Tong Cao is traditionally associated with promoting urination and supporting lactation, and it is often paired with herbs such as Wang Bu Liu Xing in postpartum soups. It is also a common ingredient in mild everyday decoctions and Cantonese-style simmered soups, valued for its lightness and neutral flavor.

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