Tian Ma Powder Gastrodia Root Powder 500g Yunnan Gastrodia elata Herbal Powder

Gastrodia Powder, known in TCM as Tian Ma (天麻), from Gastrodia elata, a dried rhizome ground into a fine powder. This food-grade botanical is traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice and is often incorporated into soups, congee, or warm drinks. In TCM theory, Tian Ma is associated with the Liver channel and is traditionally used to support internal balance and calm. Store at room temperature in a dry place and use as part of a varied diet.

Key Selling Points

• Single-ingredient Gastrodia elata rhizome powder with no added fillers
• Known in TCM as Tian Ma (天麻), a classic Chinese herbal botanical
• Finely ground powder form for easy blending into soups, congee, or drinks
• Dried and processed as a food-grade agricultural product
• 500g bulk pack suitable for regular household herbal use

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically an off-white to light yellowish-brown color with a fine, smooth texture. It has a mild, earthy, slightly starchy aroma, and when mixed into warm liquids it typically imparts a subtle, faintly sweet and earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Stir into warm water or grain-based drinks as a traditional herbal beverage
• Add to soups and broths during slow cooking
• Blend into congee or porridge for a traditional herbal meal
• Incorporate into culinary recipes that call for Tian Ma powder

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Tian Ma has long been used in decoctions and nourishing soups, often paired with ingredients such as goji berries, chrysanthemum, or lean meats in slow-cooked dishes. It is traditionally associated with calming the Liver and supporting comfort in the head and limbs. Some households also add it to congee or herbal teas, especially during seasonal changes.

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