American Ginseng and Astragalus Gift Box 110g Double Herb Set for Soup and Decoction

This 110g double-herb gift box features American Ginseng (西洋参, Xi Yang Shen, Panax quinquefolius) root slices and Astragalus (黄芪, Huang Qi, Astragalus membranaceus) root slices. In TCM theory, American Ginseng is cool and sweet, entering the heart, lung, and kidney channels, while Astragalus is warm and sweet, entering the spleen and lung channels. Traditionally used together in soups and decoctions for qi support and balanced nourishment.

Key Selling Points

• Contains two traditional herbs: American Ginseng and Astragalus
• American Ginseng root slices from Panax quinquefolius
• Astragalus root slices from Astragalus membranaceus
• Presented as a 110g gift box for convenient storage
• Suitable for cooking in soups and traditional decoctions

Quality & Sensory

American Ginseng slices are typically pale yellow to light tan with a firm, dry texture and a mild earthy aroma. Astragalus slices are typically yellowish-brown with a fibrous, woody texture and a faint sweet, hay-like scent. When simmered, the combined broth is typically mild, slightly sweet, and earthy.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in chicken or pork soup
• Prepared as a traditional decoction
• Added to congee during cooking
• Used in seasonal tonic food preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, American Ginseng and Astragalus are traditionally combined in soups and decoctions to support qi and balance warm and cool properties. This pair is commonly simmered with lean meat or poultry for a nourishing broth. It is also used in congee or seasonal tonic dishes in folk herbal practice.

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