Xuan Fu Hua Dried Inula Flower 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient

Dried Inula Flower, known in TCM as Xuan Fu Hua (旋复花), from Inula japonica, consisting of whole dried flower heads. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with descending qi and resolving phlegm, and is commonly used in decoctions. This unprocessed raw herb is sold as a food-grade botanical for culinary and herbal preparation, to be used under the guidance of qualified practitioners.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried flower heads of Xuan Fu Hua (旋复花) in natural unprocessed form
• Botanical source Inula japonica, a classic flower used in Chinese herbal decoctions
• Traditionally associated in TCM with descending lung and stomach qi and resolving phlegm
• Sourced from Anhui province and packed in a resealable 500g self-sealing bag
• Versatile raw herb suitable for decoction, herbal tea blends, and culinary preparation

Quality & Sensory

The dried flower heads typically appear pale yellow to yellowish-brown with fine, fluffy florets and a light, brittle texture. They carry a mild, faintly grassy aroma, and when decocted the liquor typically shows a light golden tone with a soft, slightly bitter herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions, typically wrapped in cloth before boiling
• Blended into herbal tea infusions with other flowers or herbs
• Used in culinary herbal broths and soups following traditional recipes
• Prepared as a seasonal herbal drink in TCM practice

Traditional Uses

In TCM, Xuan Fu Hua is traditionally used to direct qi downward, transform phlegm, and harmonize the stomach, appearing in classical formulas such as Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang. It is most often decocted wrapped in gauze to contain the fine florets, and is commonly paired with herbs like Dai Zhe Shi and Ban Xia. Traditional practice favors its use in seasonal respiratory and stomach-focused herbal preparations.

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