Gan Huang Cao Dried Hedyotis Herb Flower 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient

Gan Huang Cao (赶黄草), the flower and stem of Penthorum chinense, is a traditional Chinese herb supplied as dried whole botanical material. In TCM theory it is considered cool in nature with a sweet flavor and is traditionally associated with the liver channel. This 500g pack of dried Gan Huang Cao flowers is suited for herbal tea, decoction, and culinary preparation, and is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Gan Huang Cao (赶黄草) flowers and stems from Penthorum chinense
• Sourced from Sichuan and dried to preserve the natural botanical form
• Traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice for daily herbal tea and decoction
• Whole natural form suitable for brewing, simmering, and culinary use
• 500g bulk pack with a 24-month shelf life when stored cool and dry

Quality & Sensory

The dried flowers and stems typically appear greenish to yellowish-green with a light, brittle texture and a mild grassy aroma. When brewed or simmered, the infusion typically shows a pale yellow-green color with a fresh, slightly sweet herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a daily herbal tea infusion
• Simmer in decoctions with other herbs
• Add to soups or congee during cooking
• Use in seasonal herbal food preparation

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese herbal practice, Gan Huang Cao has long been valued in Sichuan folk use, where the dried herb is commonly simmered as a decoction or steeped as a light daily tea. It is traditionally associated with supporting the liver channel and is often prepared alone or combined with other cooling herbs. In Gu Lin, Sichuan, the herb has been a familiar seasonal household botanical for generations.

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