Wild Mistletoe Herb Hu Ji Sheng 槲寄生 Dried Viscum Stems 500g Traditional TCM Decoction Herb

Dried Mistletoe Herb, known in TCM as Hu Ji Sheng (槲寄生), from Viscum coloratum, the dried leafy stem of the mistletoe plant. Traditionally associated with supporting the liver and kidney channels in TCM theory, this sun-dried botanical is valued in classical herbal formulas. Commonly prepared as a decoction or infusion. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic wild-harvested mistletoe leafy stems, a classic TCM botanical
• Botanical source Viscum coloratum, traditionally called Hu Ji Sheng 槲寄生
• Sun-dried whole stems with leaves, minimally processed for herbal use
• Traditionally used in TCM to support liver and kidney channel functions
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and traditional formula preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale green to yellowish-brown stems with slender, segmented texture and small opposite leaves. The aroma is mildly grassy and herbal, and a prepared decoction typically carries a light, slightly bitter, astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a traditional herbal decoction
• Steep as a mild herbal infusion or tea
• Add to classical TCM herbal formulas
• Use in seasonal wellness preparations under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, mistletoe is traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels and has long been used in classical decoctions, often paired with herbs such as Eucommia bark or Achyranthes root. It is also traditionally prepared as a simple infusion for daily herbal practice, particularly in winter wellness routines.

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