Dried Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 1kg Bag Bulk Wholesale Raw Herb for Decoction and Tea

Dried Licorice Root Slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis. These whole-form root slices are offered in round and diagonal cuts, sourced from Gansu and sold as a raw edible agricultural product. In TCM theory, licorice is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with harmonizing herbal formulas. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Whole-form licorice root slices available in round and diagonal cuts with multiple specifications
• Botanical source Glycyrrhiza uralensis with Chinese name Gan Cao 甘草
• Sourced from Gansu province and sold as raw edible agricultural produce
• Traditionally valued in TCM for harmonizing and sweetening herbal decoctions
• Supplied in a 1kg sealed bag suitable for bulk buyers and herbal shops

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a yellowish-brown to reddish-brown exterior with a pale yellow fibrous cross-section and a firm, dense texture. They carry a mild characteristic herbal aroma, and decocted liquid typically tastes distinctly sweet with a subtle earthy note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions as a traditional harmonizing ingredient
• Add to herbal tea blends for natural sweetness
• Combine with other roots in soup and tonic recipes
• Use in culinary preparations where licorice flavor is traditional

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gan Cao is one of the most frequently used herbs, traditionally added to decoctions to harmonize the actions of other ingredients and moderate their flavor. It is commonly paired with herbs in classical formulas and folk preparations, and slices may also be simmered alone or with other botanicals for a mild sweet herbal tea.

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