Dried Gentian Root Long Dan Cao Whole Root TCM Herbal Material for Decoction and Tea

Dried Gentian Root, known in TCM as Long Dan Cao (龙胆草), from Gentiana species, supplied as whole dried root and rhizome material. In TCM theory it is considered bitter in flavor and cold in nature, traditionally associated with clearing heat and drying dampness. This raw botanical is sold as a food-grade agricultural product for decoction, tea, or herbal preparation under professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Long Dan Cao dried root from the Gentiana genus
• Whole natural form with no further processing
• Traditionally valued in TCM for its bitter cold properties
• Sourced from Liaoning province in northern China
• Suitable for decoction pieces, herbal tea, and formula preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried root appears yellowish-brown with a slender, slightly twisted shape and fine longitudinal wrinkles. It has a distinct bitter aroma, and the decoction typically tastes intensely bitter with a lingering aftertaste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Prepare as a traditional herbal decoction
• Steep small amounts as a bitter herbal tea
• Use in TCM formula combinations
• Incorporate into seasonal herbal soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Long Dan Cao is traditionally associated with clearing heat and drying dampness, and it appears in classic formulas such as Long Dan Xie Gan Tang. It is traditionally prepared by decoction, often combined with herbs like Bupleurum or Scutellum in heat-clearing blends. Its intense bitterness means it is generally used in small amounts within formulas rather than as a daily beverage.

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