Red Peony Root Chi Shao 500g Dried Paeonia lactiflora Root Slices for TCM Decoction and Herbal Tea

Red Peony Root, known in TCM as Chi Shao (赤芍), is the dried root of Paeonia lactiflora, supplied as naturally sun-dried slices. In TCM theory it is considered bitter in flavor and slightly cold in nature, traditionally associated with the liver channel. This raw botanical is commonly used in decoctions and herbal formulas. Store refrigerated and use under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Chi Shao (赤芍) dried root slices from Paeonia lactiflora
• Naturally sun-dried with no further processing
• Traditionally valued in TCM for cooling and blood-moving formulas
• 500g bulk pack suitable for decoction pieces and herbal blending
• Versatile raw herb for decoctions, teas, and culinary herbal use

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a pale brown to reddish-brown surface with a firm, dense texture and faint longitudinal striations. The aroma is typically mild and slightly herbal, and decocted liquid carries a bitter, astringent taste typical of Red Peony Root.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Blend into multi-herb TCM formulas
• Prepare as a bitter herbal tea with other roots
• Incorporate into seasonal soup and congee recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Chi Shao is traditionally associated with clearing heat, cooling the blood, and dispelling stasis, and it appears in classic formulas alongside herbs such as Dang Gui, Chuan Xiong, and Tao Ren. It is traditionally simmered in decoctions for 20-30 minutes and is also used in folk practice for seasonal herbal soups.

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