Ding Gong Teng Dried Herb Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Decoction Ingredient

Ding Gong Teng (丁公藤), the dried stem slices of Erycibe obtusifolia, is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb supplied as clean cut pieces for culinary and decoction preparation. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with dispelling wind-dampness and supporting joint comfort. Store sealed in a cool dry place. Not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Ding Gong Teng stem slices from Guangdong China
• Botanical source Erycibe obtusifolia cut into convenient pieces
• Traditionally used in TCM for wind-dampness and joint-related formulas
• Cleanly sliced form suitable for decoction and culinary preparation
• 500g pack sealed for storage in a cool dry place

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a woody texture with a pale brown to yellowish-brown cut surface and fibrous grain. They carry a mild earthy herbal aroma, and when decocted the liquid typically develops a slightly bitter, astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked herbal soups in culinary preparation
• Used in seasonal herbal cooking recipes
• Stored as a pantry staple for traditional herbal practice

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Ding Gong Teng has long been used in decoctions and medicinal wine preparations, traditionally associated with dispelling wind-dampness and easing joint and tendon discomfort. It is commonly prepared by simmering the slices alone or combined with other herbs according to classical formulas. Traditional practice also includes external liniments and plasters made from this herb.

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