Prepared He Shou Wu Root Chunks 500g Zhi He Shou Wu Nine Times Steamed Sliced Herbal Tea and Decoction Pieces

Prepared He Shou Wu (制何首乌, Zhi He Shou Wu) chunks from Polygonum multiflorum root, processed by the traditional nine-times steaming and nine-times drying method. In TCM theory, prepared He Shou Wu is considered warm in nature with a sweet, astringent flavor and is traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels. Sold as loose dried decoction pieces suitable for tea, soup, and decoction use.

Key Selling Points

• Prepared He Shou Wu chunks made from Polygonum multiflorum root
• Processed using the traditional nine-times steaming and nine-times drying method
• Loose 500g bag of dried decoction pieces for flexible portioning
• Traditionally valued in TCM for daily herbal tea and soup preparation
• Sourced from mainland China and sold as a food-grade agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

The chunks typically appear dark brown to blackish with a dense, firm texture from repeated steaming. They carry a mild, earthy, slightly sweet aroma, and when simmered or steeped the liquor typically tastes gently sweet and astringent with a warm herbal character.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer chunks alone or with other herbs for a traditional decoction
• Steep pieces in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Add to slow-cooked soups with meat or vegetables
• Use in congee or other seasonal culinary preparations

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, prepared He Shou Wu has long been used in decoctions and tonic soups, often paired with herbs such as Dang Gui, Gou Qi Zi, or He Huan Pi. It is traditionally associated with nourishing the liver and kidney and supporting hair and vitality in TCM theory. The nine-times steamed form is the classic preparation for daily tea or slow-simmered recipes.

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