Premium Cordyceps Sinensis Dried Herb 1g Box 5 Stems Whole Fruiting Bodies for Traditional Soup and Decoction

Premium Cordyceps, known in TCM as Dong Chong Xia Cao (冬虫夏草), is the dried stroma and larval body of Ophiocordyceps sinensis. This 1g box contains 5 whole, unbroken stems with plump larval bodies, sourced from Qinghai. In TCM theory it is considered sweet and warm, entering the Lung and Kidney channels. Traditionally used in small amounts in soups or decoctions as a nourishing tonic herb. This product is a food ingredient and not a medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Dong Chong Xia Cao (冬虫夏草) from Ophiocordyceps sinensis
• 1g box containing 5 whole stems with unbroken, plump larval bodies
• Sourced from Qinghai, a well-known cordyceps producing region
• Dried whole form suitable for traditional soups and decoctions
• Traditionally valued in TCM as a Lung and Kidney tonic herb

Quality & Sensory

The dried stems are typically dark brown to black with a golden-brown larval body, firm and plump in texture. Aroma is earthy and slightly mushroom-like. When simmered in soup or decoction, the liquid develops a mild, savory, subtly sweet taste. Whole unbroken stems indicate careful handling and good structural quality.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional chicken or duck soup
• Added to herbal decoctions with other tonic herbs
• Cooked in congee for a nourishing breakfast
• Used in small amounts in seasonal tonic dishes

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Dong Chong Xia Cao is traditionally used as a tonic herb that nourishes the Lung and Kidney. It is commonly simmered in soups with chicken, duck, or lean pork, or added to congee. Traditional formulas often pair it with herbs such as wolfberry, Chinese yam, or lotus seed. It is typically used in small amounts over time as part of a nourishing dietary practice.

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