Costus Root Slices Mu Xiang 500g Dried Aucklandia lappa Decoction Herb for Herbal Tea and Culinary Use

Costus Root Slices, known in TCM as Mu Xiang (木香), from Aucklandia lappa, are dried slices of the root traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory, Mu Xiang is pungent and warm and is associated with regulating qi and easing digestive discomfort. These sliced roots are convenient for decoctions, herbal teas, and culinary seasoning. Store sealed in a cool dry place away from moisture.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Costus Root slices known in TCM as Mu Xiang 木香
• Botanical source Aucklandia lappa with sliced root form
• Traditionally used to regulate qi and support digestive comfort
• Cut slices are easy to measure for decoctions and teas
• Also valued as a culinary spice for braises and stews

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a yellowish brown to grayish brown surface with a firm dense texture and fine radial markings. They carry a distinctive strong aromatic scent, and decocted liquid typically tastes pungent and slightly bitter with a lasting warm aroma.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other qi-regulating herbs
• Brew as a warming aromatic herbal tea
• Add to braises stews and meat dishes as a spice
• Use in congee or slow cooked soups for aroma

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Mu Xiang is traditionally used to move qi and alleviate stagnation, especially in the spleen and stomach channels. It is a common ingredient in classical formulas for digestive support and is often paired with herbs such as Chen Pi and Sha Ren. In the kitchen it is used as an aromatic spice in braised dishes and spice blends.

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