Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 500g Dried Red Skin Herbal Tea from Gansu

Dried Licorice Root Slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis. These large red-skinned slices are sun-dried without sulfur fumigation and sold as raw edible botanical material. In TCM theory, licorice is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with harmonizing herbal formulas and supporting daily wellness. Traditionally used in teas, decoctions, and culinary preparations. Not intended to replace medical treatment.

Key Selling Points

• Large red-skinned licorice root slices from Gansu, a recognized traditional growing region
• Known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), botanically Glycyrrhiza uralensis
• Sun-dried whole-root slices with no sulfur fumigation processing
• Sweet neutral root traditionally used to harmonize herbal blends
• Suitable for herbal tea, decoctions, soups, and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a reddish-brown outer bark with a pale yellow fibrous inner cross-section. The texture is firm and dry with a distinct layered grain. Aroma is mildly sweet and earthy, and brewed slices typically yield a naturally sweet, mellow taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water for a naturally sweet daily herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions with other herbs
• Add to soups and stews for traditional flavoring
• Use in congee or slow-cooked seasonal dishes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gan Cao is one of the most frequently used herbs and is traditionally added to formulas to harmonize the actions of other ingredients. Folk use includes pairing it with chrysanthemum, goji berries, or jujube in daily teas, and adding slices to pork or chicken soups. It is also a common ingredient in autumn and winter wellness decoctions.

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