Dandelion Root Tea Pu Gong Ying 500g Loose Dried Main Root Slices Traditional Herbal Infusion Low Temperature Dried

Dandelion Root Tea, known in TCM as Pu Gong Ying (蒲公英), from Taraxacum officinale, is made from dried main root sections of the dandelion plant. Sourced from Jilin and finished with low-temperature drying, these root pieces are used as a caffeine-free herbal infusion. In TCM theory, dandelion is considered bitter and sweet with a cold nature. Enjoy as a daily herbal tea or consult a practitioner for guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Made from dried dandelion main root sections with roots intact
• Botanical source Taraxacum officinale known in TCM as Pu Gong Ying
• Low-temperature drying helps preserve natural aroma and character
• Caffeine-free herbal infusion suitable for daily tea drinking
• Loose 500g bulk format for home brewing or repacking

Quality & Sensory

The dried root pieces typically appear brownish with a firm, woody texture and an earthy, slightly roasted aroma. When brewed, the infusion typically shows a warm amber tone with a mildly bitter, earthy taste and a gentle sweet finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a standalone herbal tea infusion
• Simmer into a stronger root decoction
• Blend with chrysanthemum or goji berries for a mixed herbal drink
• Serve as a caffeine-free warm beverage in autumn and winter

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese herbal practice, dandelion root has long been prepared as a simple decoction or daily infusion, often simmered alone or combined with chrysanthemum, honeysuckle, or goji berries. It was traditionally associated with seasonal wellness routines, especially in spring and summer, and commonly enjoyed as a household herbal tea in northern China.

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