Dried Rhubarb Root Slices Da Huang 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Decoction Pieces

Dried Rhubarb Root Slices, known in TCM as Da Huang (大黄), from Rheum palmatum. These cut slices are a classic Chinese herbal decoction piece traditionally valued in TCM for their bitter flavor and cold nature, traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting bowel regularity. Traditionally prepared by decoction or used in herbal blends. Store in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Classic TCM decoction piece known as Da Huang (大黄)
• Botanical source Rheum palmatum, dried root slices
• Traditionally associated with clearing heat in TCM theory
• Cut slice form suitable for decoction and herbal blends
• Nitrogen-flushed packaging with 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a yellow-brown to dark brown surface with a dense, fibrous cut. The aroma is typically earthy and slightly astringent, and decocted liquid traditionally carries a strongly bitter taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to prescribed herbal formulas as directed by a practitioner
• Blend with other TCM herbs for seasonal decoction use
• Store as a pantry staple for traditional herbal preparation

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Da Huang is traditionally associated with purging heat and promoting bowel movement, and it has long been included in classical formulas for patterns of accumulated heat. Traditionally it is decocted briefly or added near the end of cooking, and it is often paired with herbs such as Mang Xiao or Gan Cao in traditional preparations. Folk practice also uses it in seasonal cleansing decoctions.

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