Shi Nan Teng Dried Chinese Pipre Herb 500g Traditional TCM Decoction Herb from Hubei

Dried Shi Nan Teng (石楠藤), the stem and vine of Piper wallichii, a traditional Chinese medicinal herb sourced from Hubei. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with dispelling wind-dampness and supporting the sinews and joints. Supplied as whole dried vine segments in a resealable 500g bag, suitable for decoction and herbal formulas. This is a food-grade agricultural product and is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Shi Nan Teng (石楠藤) dried vine from Hubei province
• Botanical source Piper wallichii, supplied in whole natural form
• Traditionally used in TCM to dispel wind-dampness and support sinew and joint health
• Unprocessed raw herb ideal for decoctions, soups, and herbal formulas
• Generous 500g resealable bag with 24-month shelf life when stored sealed in a cool dry place

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried vine segments are grayish-brown to dark brown with a woody, fibrous texture and slightly ridged surface. The aroma is mildly herbal and earthy, and decocted liquid typically carries a light, slightly acrid herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to medicinal soup recipes with other herbs
• Used in TCM formulas for sinew and joint support
• Brewed as a mild herbal tea with other botanicals

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Shi Nan Teng is traditionally associated with dispelling wind and dampness and relaxing the sinews, and it has long been included in decoctions and wine-style preparations aimed at joint and limb comfort. It is commonly paired with herbs such as Du Huo, Sang Ji Sheng, or Niu Xi in classical wind-damp formulas, and is typically simmered 20-30 minutes or longer in herbal soups.

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