Gang Ban Gui Dried Herb 500g Polygonum perfoliatum Whole Plant Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Material

Gang Ban Gui (杠板归), also called He Bai Cao, is the dried whole plant of Polygonum perfoliatum, known in Western herbalism as mile-a-minute weed. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting the body's natural balance. This naturally sun-dried botanical is commonly prepared as a decoction or herbal tea. Store in a cool, dry place and use according to traditional practice or professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Gang Ban Gui (杠板归) dried whole plant from natural sun-drying
• Botanical source: Polygonum perfoliatum, a traditional Chinese medicinal herb
• Also known as He Bai Cao (河白草) and She Dao Tui (蛇倒退) in folk herbalism
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and traditional wellness preparations
• Sold as a 500g pack of edible agricultural product with 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried herb shows angular stems with distinctive triangular leaves and small clustered fruits, with a greenish to brownish hue. It has a mild grassy aroma, and when decocted it typically yields a light, slightly astringent herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered as a traditional herbal decoction
• Brewed as a mild herbal tea infusion
• Used in folk herbal soup preparations
• Incorporated into seasonal wellness routines

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gang Ban Gui is traditionally used to clear heat and promote comfort, and it has long appeared in folk formulas for the throat and skin. It is commonly simmered alone or combined with other cooling herbs such as Jin Yin Hua in decoctions. Some households also prepare it as a light seasonal tea during warm months, following traditional usage patterns.

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