Sichuan Mai Dong Ophiopogon Root Dried Chinese Yamai Dong Herbal Tea Ingredient 500g Bulk
Price range: $11.92 through $33.38
Description
Dried Ophiopogon Root, known in TCM as Mai Dong (麦冬), from Ophiopogon japonicus, consisting of whole dried root tubers. Sourced from Sichuan and naturally sun-dried, these plump roots are a classic yin-nourishing herb. In TCM theory, Mai Dong is sweet and slightly bitter with a slightly cold nature, traditionally associated with the heart, lung, and stomach channels. Commonly simmered in decoctions, teas, and soups as part of traditional herbal practice.
Key Selling Points
- New-crop Sichuan Ophiopogon root tubers sold loose in a 500g bulk pack
- Botanical source Ophiopogon japonicus with plump whole-root form
- Naturally sun-dried with no further processing
- In TCM theory sweet and slightly bitter with a slightly cold nature
- Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, soups, and congee
Quality & Sensory
Typically pale yellowish-white to light yellow tubers with a translucent, plump appearance and firm yet flexible texture. The aroma is mild and slightly sweet, and simmered roots yield a light, subtly sweet taste.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried raw herb |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 麦冬 |
| Pinyin | Mai Dong |
| Botanical Name | Ophiopogon japonicus |
| Plant Part | Root tuber |
| Net Weight | 500 g |
Usage Scenarios
- Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
- Brewed as a mild daily herbal tea
- Added to slow-cooked soups with other herbs
- Cooked into nourishing congee
Traditional Uses
In TCM practice, Mai Dong is traditionally used to nourish yin, moisten the lung, and generate fluids, and it appears in classic formulas such as Sheng Mai San alongside Ren Shen and Wu Wei Zi. It is also commonly paired with Yu Zhu, Sha Shen, or Dang Gui in soups and simmered into congee or tea during dry seasons.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is 500g of loose dried Ophiopogon root tubers, known in TCM as Mai Dong, sourced from Sichuan and naturally sun-dried.
Q: What are its traditional characteristics?
A: In TCM theory it is sweet and slightly bitter, slightly cold, and traditionally associated with the heart, lung, and stomach channels as a yin-nourishing herb.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It is typically simmered in decoctions and soups, brewed as a tea, or cooked into congee, often combined with other herbs.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
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