Red Peony Root Chi Shao 500g Dried Herbal Slices Anhui Origin for Decoction and Tea

Red Peony Root, known in TCM as Chi Shao (赤芍), from Paeonia lactiflora, consists of dried root slices supplied as ungraded bulk herb. In TCM theory it is considered bitter in flavor and slightly cold in nature, traditionally associated with the liver channel. This new-crop lot is sulfur-fumigation-free and can also be ground into powder. Store in a cool dry place; this product is a food-grade botanical and does not replace medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Chi Shao (赤芍) dried root slices from Anhui, a recognized production region
• Botanical source Paeonia lactiflora, supplied as ungraded bulk decoction pieces
• New-crop stock with no sulfur fumigation
• Can be decocted whole or ground into powder for flexible preparation
• 500g per pack with combined shipping into larger 1000g or 1500g bags

Quality & Sensory

Typically the slices show a grayish-brown to reddish-brown surface with a pale, starchy cut face and firm, woody texture. The aroma is mildly herbal and slightly astringent, and a decoction typically yields a light brownish infusion with a bitter, faintly astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions following traditional formulas
• Brew as a simple herbal tea with other compatible botanicals
• Grind into powder for use in traditional herbal preparations
• Combine in soup or congee recipes from traditional herbal cookery

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Chi Shao is traditionally associated with clearing heat, cooling the blood, and dispersing stasis, and it appears in many classical formulas, often paired with herbs such as Dang Gui or Chuan Xiong. Traditionally it is decocted with other roots and barks, and in folk use it is sometimes added to seasonal herbal soups or teas.

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