Dried Anemarrhena Rhizome Zhi Mu 500g Bulk Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Soup

Dried Anemarrhena Rhizome, known in TCM as Zhi Mu (知母), from Anemarrhena asphodeloides. This listing offers 500g of dried rhizome slices, a classic Chinese herbal material traditionally valued for its bitter and cold nature in TCM theory, where it is associated with clearing heat and nourishing yin. Sold as a raw botanical for decoction, soup, or herbal preparation under professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• 500g bulk pack of dried Anemarrhena rhizome slices
• Botanical source Anemarrhena asphodeloides, known as Zhi Mu in Chinese herbal tradition
• Classic TCM herb traditionally associated with clearing heat and nourishing yin
• Nitrogen-flushed packaging with 12-month shelf life for freshness
• Suitable for decoction pieces, soup packs, and traditional herbal formulas

Quality & Sensory

The dried rhizome typically shows a yellowish-brown to light yellow surface with a compact, fibrous texture. It has a mild, slightly herbaceous aroma, and when decocted the liquid typically carries a bitter taste characteristic of this traditional herb.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked herbal soups
• Combined with other TCM herbs in classical formulas
• Used in seasonal herbal preparations under professional guidance

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Zhi Mu is traditionally associated with clearing heat, nourishing yin, and moistening dryness. It has long been included in classical decoctions and formulas, often paired with herbs such as Rehmannia or Scutellaria depending on the intended traditional application. Traditionally prepared by slicing and simmering in water, it remains a staple material in Chinese herbal pharmacies and home decoction practice.

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