Astragalus Root Slices Huang Qi 500g Sun Dried Large Cut Pieces for Tea and Soup

Astragalus Root Slices, known in TCM as Huang Qi (黄芪), from Astragalus membranaceus. These sun-dried root slices are hand selected from Minxian in Gansu Province, a region traditionally valued for astragalus. In TCM theory, Huang Qi is sweet in flavor and slightly warm, traditionally associated with the spleen and lung channels. Commonly simmered in soups, decoctions, or steeped as a daily herbal tea.

Key Selling Points

• Large hand-selected slices from Minxian Gansu, a recognized daodi origin for astragalus
• Botanical source Astragalus membranaceus, known in TCM as Huang Qi (黄芪)
• Sun-dried and bagged with no further processing to preserve the natural root character
• Traditionally used in TCM to support qi tonification and daily wellness routines
• Versatile slices suitable for herbal tea, soups, congee, and decoctions

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a pale yellow to light tan color with a firm, fibrous texture and a subtle starchy sweetness. The aroma is mild and earthy, and simmered slices typically yield a light golden liquor with a gentle, slightly sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into herbal soups with poultry, pork, or vegetables
• Steeped as a daily herbal tea, alone or with goji berries and red dates
• Added to congee or grain porridge during slow cooking
• Used in traditional decoction formulas prepared at home

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Huang Qi is traditionally associated with tonifying qi and supporting normal fluid metabolism and the surface of the body. It is a common ingredient in household soups and decoctions, often paired with Dang Gui, Codonopsis, or red dates. Many families add a few slices to seasonal stews or congee, especially during colder months.

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