Wild Burdock Root Slices 500g Niu Bang Gen Dried Herbal Tea and Wine Infusion

Wild Burdock Root Slices, known in TCM as Niu Bang Gen (牛蒡根), from Arctium lappa. These dried root slices are sun-dried and cut for convenient use. In TCM theory, burdock root is traditionally associated with cooling properties and is valued in daily herbal practice. It is commonly prepared as tea, decoction, or wine infusion. Store frozen to maintain freshness and use as part of a balanced traditional wellness routine.

Key Selling Points

• Wild-harvested burdock root slices cut from mature Arctium lappa roots
• Known in TCM as Niu Bang Gen (牛蒡根), a classic cooling herbal ingredient
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural character of the root
• Suitable for herbal tea, decoctions, and traditional wine infusions
• Pre-packaged 500g supply with 12-month shelf life when stored frozen

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a pale yellowish-brown color with a firm, dry texture and a mild earthy aroma. When brewed or simmered, the liquid typically carries a light, slightly sweet and woody taste typical of quality burdock root.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a standalone herbal tea or blend with other roots
• Add to soups and slow-cooked broths for traditional flavor
• Steep or soak in liquor for a classic burdock root wine infusion
• Combine in decoctions following traditional herbal recipes

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, burdock root has long been prepared as a daily tea or added to soups and decoctions, often paired with ingredients such as chrysanthemum or goji berry. It is traditionally associated with seasonal wellness routines, particularly during warm months, and is also a familiar ingredient in folk wine infusions.

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