Dried Cogongrass Root Bai Mao Gen 500g Cut Segments for Herbal Decoction and Tea

Dried Cogongrass Root, known in TCM as Bai Mao Gen (白茅根), from Imperata cylindrica, supplied as cut root segments. In TCM theory it is sweet and cold in nature and traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting fluid balance. This 500g pack is a raw culinary herb for decoction, tea, or soup preparation, not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Bai Mao Gen cut into uniform segments for easy decoction
• Botanical source Imperata cylindrica, a classic TCM root herb
• Traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice for heat-clearing formulas
• Sweet and cold nature per TCM classification, suitable for summer drinks
• 500g resealable bag, ideal for home decoction and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

Segments are typically pale yellow to off-white with a firm, fibrous texture and a mild, faintly sweet aroma. When simmered, the liquid typically tastes lightly sweet and clean with a refreshing finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into a traditional herbal decoction
• Brew as a mild cooling herbal tea
• Add to soup or congee for a subtle sweet note
• Combine with other herbs for seasonal summer drinks

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Bai Mao Gen is traditionally used in heat-clearing and fluid-nourishing decoctions, often paired with herbs such as Lu Gen (芦根) for summer herbal teas. It is commonly simmered alone or with rock sugar and pear for a traditional cooling drink, and appears in folk recipes for seasonal wellness soups.

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