Dried Cistanche Deserticola Slices 250g Chinese Herbal Rou Cong Rong for Tea and Soup

Dried Cistanche slices, known in TCM as Rou Cong Rong (肉苁蓉), from Cistanche deserticola. This 250g jar contains sun-dried stem slices from Inner Mongolia, a classic Chinese herbal tonic traditionally used in decoctions and soups. In TCM theory it is warm in nature, sweet and salty in flavor, and enters the kidney and large intestine channels. Traditionally associated with supporting kidney yang and nourishing essence, it is commonly simmered with other herbs or added to tea blends.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Rou Cong Rong (肉苁蓉), the dried stem of Cistanche deserticola
• Sourced from Inner Mongolia and prepared by simple sun-drying
• Traditional TCM herb warm in nature with sweet and salty flavor
• Sold as 250g in a resealable jar for convenient storage
• Commonly used in decoctions, soups, and herbal tea blends

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically brownish-yellow to dark brown with a slightly fibrous, leathery texture. They have a mild earthy aroma and a subtly sweet, slightly salty taste when simmered. Color and texture may vary between batches due to natural sun-drying.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to soups and stews
• Combined with other herbs in tea blends
• Used in congee or grain porridge

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Rou Cong Rong is traditionally used in decoctions and soups to support kidney yang and nourish essence. It is often paired with herbs such as Suo Yang or Yin Yang Huo in warming formulas. Folk practice also includes simmering the slices with meat or grains for a nourishing broth, or steeping them in alcohol as a traditional tonic preparation.

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