Corydalis Yan Hu Suo Dried Root 500g Zhejiang Origin Traditional TCM Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use

Corydalis Root, known in TCM as Yan Hu Suo (延胡索) and also called Yuan Hu (元胡), is the dried tuber of Corydalis yanhusuo. Sourced from Zhejiang and supplied as unprocessed whole dried roots, this herb is traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory it is considered acrid, bitter, and warm, entering the liver and spleen channels. Commonly prepared by decoction or culinary cooking, it is a food-grade botanical and not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Yan Hu Suo (延胡索) dried tubers from Zhejiang, a recognized traditional production region
• Botanical source Corydalis yanhusuo, supplied in natural whole form without further processing
• A classic TCM herb traditionally associated with moving qi and alleviating discomfort
• Sealed 500g resealable bag, convenient for decoction pieces and herbal formulas
• Suitable for decocting with other herbs or adding to traditional culinary preparations

Quality & Sensory

Typically irregular, rounded to flattened tubers in yellowish to grayish-yellow tones with a hard, firm texture and starchy fracture. The aroma is mildly characteristic and earthy, and long simmering typically yields a slightly bitter, acrid decoction.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal decoctions following traditional formulas
• Added to slow-cooked soups in culinary herbal practice
• Combined with other TCM herbs for seasonal wellness cooking
• Used in traditional congee or broth preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Yan Hu Suo is traditionally associated with invigorating blood, moving qi, and easing pain, and it appears in many classical formulas. It is most often decocted, sometimes dry-fried or processed with vinegar before use to support its traditional functions. Herbalists commonly pair it with herbs such as Chuan Xiong or Dang Gui in decoctions. It is a staple in folk herbal cooking, especially in warming broths during colder seasons.

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