Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction
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Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction

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Description

Dried Licorice Root Slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis. These red-skinned round slices are cut from the dried root and traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory, Gan Cao is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with harmonizing herbal formulas and supporting respiratory and digestive comfort. Suitable for tea, decoctions, and culinary herbal preparations.

Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction overview
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction overview
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction overview

Key Selling Points

  • Whole red-skinned licorice root cut into round slices for easy brewing and decocting
  • Botanical source Glycyrrhiza uralensis, a classic TCM root herb
  • Traditionally used in TCM to harmonize formulas and moderate other herbs
  • Sun-dried processing with no added ingredients, sealed for freshness
  • Versatile for herbal tea, soup, congee, and traditional decoctions
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction key features
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction key features
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction key features

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a reddish-brown outer skin with a pale yellow to yellowish-white cut surface and a firm, fibrous texture. The aroma is mildly sweet and earthy, and brewed slices typically yield a naturally sweet, mellow taste with a faint herbal note.

Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction quality and texture
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction quality and texture
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried herbal slices
Chinese Name 甘草
Pinyin Gan Cao
Botanical Name Glycyrrhiza uralensis
Plant Part Root
Net Weight 500 g
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction specifications
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction specifications
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Steep slices in hot water for a naturally sweet herbal tea
  • Simmer in decoctions with other herbs
  • Add to soups and stews for traditional flavoring
  • Cook into congee or grain porridges
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction in use
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction in use
Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction in use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gan Cao is one of the most frequently used herbs, traditionally valued for harmonizing the actions of other herbs in a formula. It is commonly added to decoctions, teas, and soups, and traditionally associated with soothing the throat and supporting digestive comfort. Folk practice also pairs it with chrysanthemum, goji berry, or jujube in daily herbal drinks.

Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Red Skin Dried Rounds for Herbal Tea and Decoction preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: It is 500 g of dried licorice root slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), cut from the root of Glycyrrhiza uralensis.

Q: What is it traditionally used for?

A: In TCM theory, Gan Cao is sweet and neutral and is traditionally used to harmonize formulas and support throat and digestive comfort.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: Slices can be steeped in hot water for tea, simmered in decoctions, or added to soups and congee.

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Packaging specifications

Licorice slices bag 100g, Licorice slices bag 250g, Licorice slices bag 500g

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