Dried Spider Valerian Root Zhi Zhu Xiang Whole Herb 500g Traditional Herbal Ingredient

Dried Spider Valerian Root, known in TCM as Zhi Zhu Xiang (蜘蛛香), from Valeriana jatamansii, offered as whole dried root and rhizome pieces with fine hairs and rootlets removed. Traditionally associated with calming and digestive support in Chinese herbal practice, this aromatic botanical is typically prepared by decoction or culinary use. Store sealed in a cool dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Spider Valerian root and rhizome with rootlets trimmed for cleaner preparation
• Botanical source Valeriana jatamansii known in TCM as Zhi Zhu Xiang 蜘蛛香
• Aromatic traditional herb valued in Chinese herbal practice for its distinctive character
• Sold as raw whole botanical form suitable for decoction and culinary preparation
• 500g pack sealed for freshness with 24-month shelf life when stored properly

Quality & Sensory

Typically grayish-brown to dark brown in color with a knobby rhizome texture and many fine rootlet scars. The aroma is characteristically strong and pungent with earthy and slightly camphoraceous notes. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a bitter and aromatic taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked soups and broths
• Used in culinary herbal preparations
• Incorporated into seasonal herbal recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Zhi Zhu Xiang is traditionally associated with calming the spirit and supporting digestive comfort. It has been used in folk practice as a decoction, often simmered alone or combined with other botanicals according to traditional formulas. Its aromatic nature has also made it a seasonal ingredient in regional herbal cooking and wellness routines.

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