American Ginseng Loose Root Xiyangsheng 500g Dried Slices for Tea and Soup

American Ginseng, known in TCM as Xiyangsheng (西洋参), from Panax quinquefolius root, offered as dried loose ginseng in 28-30 gram granular heads. In TCM theory it is considered cool in nature with sweet and slightly bitter flavor, traditionally associated with nourishing qi and supporting yin. This 500 gram pack is a food-grade dried botanical suitable for tea, soup, and daily herbal preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Dried American Ginseng root sold as loose granular heads of 28-30 grams each
• Botanical source is Panax quinquefolius known in TCM as Xiyangsheng
• Traditionally valued in TCM for nourishing qi and supporting yin balance
• Sun-dried and air-dried processing with cool dry storage to preserve aroma
• 500 gram bulk pack suited for tea decoction soup and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

The dried roots typically show a light yellowish-brown surface with firm dense texture and visible transverse rings. Aroma is typically mild and ginseng-like, and slices brewed in hot water yield a slightly sweet taste with a gentle lingering bitterness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices or granular heads in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Simmer in soups with poultry or pork for traditional nourishing broths
• Add to slow-cooked congee or herbal decoctions
• Chew a small piece directly as a traditional tonic snack

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice American Ginseng is commonly sliced for tea, simmered in nourishing soups, or added to slow decoctions, especially in warm seasons when cooling tonics are preferred. It is often paired with herbs such as Ophiopogon root or Schisandra fruit in classic qi-supporting formulas, and many households keep it on hand for daily wellness brewing.

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