Astragalus Root Slices Huang Qi 500g Wild-Crafted Dried Herb for Tea and Decoction

Astragalus Root Slices, known in TCM as Huang Qi (黄芪), from Astragalus membranaceus. These dried root slices are a classic qi-tonifying herb traditionally valued for daily wellness. In TCM theory, Huang Qi is sweet in flavor and slightly warm in nature, traditionally associated with the spleen and lung channels. Commonly simmered in decoctions, soups, or steeped as a simple tea. This is a traditional herbal food product, not a medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Astragalus membranaceus root slices known in TCM as Huang Qi
• Wild-crafted large slices sourced from Gansu, a renowned astragalus region
• Sulfur-free processing preserves the natural character of the root
• Traditionally used in TCM to support qi and everyday vitality
• Versatile for herbal tea, decoctions, soups, and congee

Quality & Sensory

Slices are typically pale yellow to light tan with a firm, fibrous texture and a subtle starchy sweetness. When simmered or steeped, the liquor is typically light golden with a mild, earthy, slightly sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer slices in water for a traditional herbal decoction
• Add to soups and stews during the last hour of cooking
• Steep in hot water as a mild daily herbal tea
• Cook with rice or grains for nourishing congee

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Huang Qi is a foundational qi-tonifying herb traditionally paired with dang gui, goji berries, red dates, or ginseng in tonic soups and decoctions. It is a common ingredient in seasonal broths and is traditionally used during recovery periods or times of fatigue. Slices are typically simmered 20-30 minutes or added to slow-cooked dishes.

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