Dried Lotus Root Node Ou Jie TCM Herb Wholesale Bulk 500g

Dried Lotus Root Node, known in TCM as Ou Jie (藕节), from Nelumbo nucifera. These are the dried nodes of the mature lotus rhizome, supplied in whole natural form as a raw Chinese herbal ingredient. In TCM theory, Ou Jie is considered sweet, astringent, and neutral in nature. It is traditionally used in decoctions and herbal soups and is commonly paired with other cooling herbs. Suitable for experienced herbal users preparing traditional formulas.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried lotus root node from the lotus plant Nelumbo nucifera
• Known in TCM as Ou Jie 藕节 a classic raw herbal ingredient
• Whole natural form with no further processing
• Traditionally valued in Chinese herbal decoction practice
• Sourced from Hebei and sold by weight for bulk herbal supply

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-brown to greyish-brown short cylindrical segments with a firm, dry texture and a faint starchy aroma. When simmered, the decoction typically has a mild, slightly sweet and astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked herbal soups
• Combined with other TCM herbs in formulas
• Used in seasonal home herbal preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Ou Jie is traditionally associated with astringent and cooling properties and has long been included in decoctions intended to support normal circulation within traditional frameworks. It is often simmered with herbs such as Imperata root or Cirsium in classical pairings, and is also added to nourishing soups in folk herbal cooking, particularly during warmer seasons.

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