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Dried Gastrodia Slices Tian Ma 500g Yunnan Zhaotong Black Gastrodia Uncut Bulk Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Pieces

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Description

Dried Gastrodia Slices, known in TCM as Tian Ma (天麻), from Gastrodia elata, the dried rhizome of the orchid family plant. These uncut, unsulfured slices come from Zhaotong in Yunnan, a region traditionally prized for black gastrodia. In TCM theory, Tian Ma is associated with the liver channel and is traditionally used to calm internal wind. Suitable for decoctions, soups, and herbal teas.

Dried Gastrodia Slices Tian Ma 500g Yunnan Zhaotong Black Gastrodia Uncut Bulk Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Pieces overview

Key Selling Points

Authentic Tian Ma (天麻) dried rhizome slices from Gastrodia elata
Sourced from Zhaotong, Yunnan, a region traditionally known for black gastrodia
New harvest, uncut and unsulfured dried slices
Traditionally used in TCM to calm internal wind and support the liver channel
500g bulk pack suitable for decoctions, soups, and herbal teas

Dried Gastrodia Slices Tian Ma 500g Yunnan Zhaotong Black Gastrodia Uncut Bulk Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Pieces key features

Quality & Sensory

Typically firm and dense slices with a pale yellowish to light brown color and a subtle earthy aroma. When decocted, the slices typically yield a mild, slightly sweet and starchy taste with a smooth texture.

Dried Gastrodia Slices Tian Ma 500g Yunnan Zhaotong Black Gastrodia Uncut Bulk Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Pieces quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type	Dried herbal decoction pieces
Chinese Name	天麻
Pinyin	Tian Ma
Botanical Name	Gastrodia elata
Plant Part	Rhizome
Net Weight	500g

Dried Gastrodia Slices Tian Ma 500g Yunnan Zhaotong Black Gastrodia Uncut Bulk Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Pieces specifications

Usage Scenarios

Simmer in herbal decoctions with other TCM herbs
Add to slow-cooked soups such as chicken or pork bone soup
Steep as a mild herbal tea with goji berries or chrysanthemum
Cook into congee for a traditional seasonal dish

Dried Gastrodia Slices Tian Ma 500g Yunnan Zhaotong Black Gastrodia Uncut Bulk Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Pieces in use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Tian Ma is traditionally used to extinguish internal wind and calm the liver, and it is a classic ingredient in formulas such as Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin. It is commonly paired with Gou Teng (钩藤), Ju Hua (菊花), and Chuan Xiong (川芎) in decoctions, or simmered with fish head or chicken in folk soups. Traditionally associated with seasonal use in spring and with supporting head comfort.

Dried Gastrodia Slices Tian Ma 500g Yunnan Zhaotong Black Gastrodia Uncut Bulk Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Pieces preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: This is 500g of dried Tian Ma (天麻) rhizome slices from Gastrodia elata, sourced from Zhaotong in Yunnan. It is a raw Chinese herbal ingredient sold as an edible agricultural product.

Q: What is its traditional value?

A: In TCM theory, Tian Ma is traditionally used to calm internal wind and is associated with the liver channel. It has long been valued in decoctions and soups for head comfort.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: The slices are typically simmered in decoctions, added to slow-cooked soups, or steeped as a mild herbal tea. Traditional practice often pairs it with herbs such as Gou Teng or Ju Hua.