Dried Lily Bulb Bai He 500g Edible Herb Slices for Tea Soup and Desserts Hunan Origin

Dried Lily Bulb, known in TCM as Bai He (百合), from Lilium brownii var. viridulum, prepared from the fleshy bulb scales. In TCM theory, Bai He is sweet and slightly cold in nature and traditionally associated with the heart and lung channels. These dried slices are a common edible botanical for teas, soups, congee, and sweet desserts. Store refrigerated and use as part of a balanced diet.

Key Selling Points

• Dried edible lily bulb scales, a classic Chinese herbal food
• Known in TCM as Bai He (百合), sourced from Hunan
• Traditionally associated with the heart and lung channels in TCM theory
• Ready to steep, simmer, or cook into soups and sweet dishes
• 500g resealable-style bag with an 18-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

The dried scales are typically ivory to pale yellow with a firm, slightly translucent texture. They carry a mild, starchy aroma and, after simmering or steeping, typically turn soft and tender with a gentle, subtly sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in hot water as a mild herbal tea
• Simmer into soups and broths
• Cook into congee or rice porridge
• Add to sweet desserts with lotus seed and snow fungus

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Bai He is a familiar kitchen and herbal ingredient, often simmered with lotus seeds, snow fungus, or rock sugar in sweet soups, or added to congee and savory broths. It is a common choice for autumn and winter cooking, when moistening, gently sweet dishes are traditionally favored in seasonal food culture.

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