American Ginseng Rootlets Xi Yang Shen 西洋参须 Dried Panax quinquefolius Fine Roots for Tea and Soup 500g
$30.51 – $56.55Price range: $30.51 through $56.55
Description
American Ginseng Rootlets, known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen (西洋参), from Panax quinquefolius. These dried fine root tails are a prized tonic herb traditionally valued for their cooling, slightly sweet and bitter flavor. In TCM theory they are associated with nourishing qi and supporting yin. A versatile raw botanical for teas, soups, and decoctions.


Key Selling Points
- Dried American ginseng fine rootlets, a traditional TCM tonic herb
- Botanical source Panax quinquefolius, known as Xi Yang Shen in Chinese
- Traditionally associated with nourishing qi and supporting yin in TCM theory
- Sun-dried whole rootlets with a naturally sweet and slightly bitter taste
- Ideal for daily herbal tea, slow-cooked soups, and decoctions


Quality & Sensory
The rootlets are typically slender, firm, and light tan to golden brown with a wrinkled surface. They carry a mild earthy aroma and release a distinctly sweet yet slightly bitter flavor when simmered or steeped.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried American ginseng rootlets |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 西洋参须 |
| Pinyin | Xi Yang Shen Xu |
| Botanical Name | Panax quinquefolius |
| Plant Part | Fine root tails |
| Net Weight | 500g |


Usage Scenarios
- Steep in hot water as a daily herbal tea
- Simmer in chicken or pork soups for traditional nourishment
- Add to slow-cooked herbal decoctions
- Combine with other tonic herbs in congee or seasonal dishes


Traditional Uses
In traditional Chinese practice, American ginseng rootlets are commonly simmered in soups with poultry or pork, steeped as a daily tea, or added to slow decoctions. They are traditionally paired with herbs like goji berries or red dates, and are especially popular in warm seasons when a cooling tonic is preferred.


FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: This is a 500g pack of dried American ginseng fine rootlets, known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen Xu, from the botanical species Panax quinquefolius.
Q: What are its traditional characteristics?
A: In TCM theory, American ginseng is considered cool in nature with a sweet and slightly bitter flavor, traditionally associated with nourishing qi and supporting yin.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: The rootlets are typically steeped in hot water as tea, simmered in soups, or added to slow-cooked herbal decoctions.


Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | American ginseng branches, White ginseng, American ginseng |
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