Dried Platycodon Root Slices Jie Geng 桔梗 500g Bagged Chinese Herbal Decoction Pieces

Dried Platycodon Root Slices, known in TCM as Jie Geng (桔梗), from Platycodon grandiflorus. These cut root slices are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with the lung channel, with a bitter and acrid nature in TCM theory. Sold as a food-grade agricultural product in a resealable bag, they are commonly used in decoctions, soups, and herbal teas. Store at room temperature in a dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Classic TCM herb Jie Geng (桔梗) supplied as dried root slices
• Botanical source Platycodon grandiflorus, cut and sifted to 0.6 screen size
• Sourced from Anhui, a recognized region for Chinese herbal materials
• 500g bagged format suitable for decoction pieces and bulk herbal use
• Traditionally used in TCM formulas and daily herbal teas and soups

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-white to light brown slices with a fibrous, slightly wrinkled texture and faint characteristic aroma. When decocted or brewed, the slices typically yield a mildly bitter, earthy taste with a subtle lingering sweetness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to herbal soups and broths
• Steep as a mild herbal tea with other botanicals
• Use in congee or seasonal culinary recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Jie Geng is traditionally associated with the lung channel and is a common component of classical formulas. Traditionally, it is simmered in decoctions, often paired with herbs such as Gan Cao (licorice root) in folk practice. It is also used in seasonal soups and daily herbal teas, particularly during dry or changing seasons.

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