Dried Polygala Root with Core Yuan Zhi 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Tea

Dried Polygala Root with Core, known in TCM as Yuan Zhi (远志), from Polygala tenuifolia. These selected root segments retain the central core and are offered as a traditional Chinese herbal ingredient for decoction or tea. In TCM theory, Yuan Zhi is considered bitter and pungent in flavor and slightly warm in nature, traditionally associated with the heart, lung, and kidney channels. Store refrigerated and use as directed by a qualified herbal practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional Chinese herb Yuan Zhi (远志) supplied as dried root segments with the core retained
• Botanical source Polygala tenuifolia, a classic root used in Chinese herbal practice
• Carefully selected pieces suitable for decoction pieces and daily herbal tea brewing
• 500g pack sized for home decoction, formulas, or shared herbal preparation
• Refrigerated storage recommended to help preserve aroma and quality

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried root segments are light brown to grayish brown with a wrinkled surface and a firm, fibrous texture. The aroma is characteristically mild and slightly grassy, and decocted liquid typically carries a bitter, pungent taste with a faint sweet afternote.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Brewed as a mild herbal tea with other compatible herbs
• Added to herbal soup preparations at home
• Used in classical formulas under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Yuan Zhi has long been traditionally associated with calming the spirit, supporting clear thinking, and helping to expel phlegm. It is commonly prepared by decoction and often paired with herbs such as Suan Zao Ren, Fu Ling, or Ren Shen in classical formulas. Some households also simmer it briefly for a seasonal wellness tea. Traditional use only; consult a qualified practitioner before use.

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