She Gan Dried Belamcanda Rhizome Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction

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Description

She Gan (射干), the dried rhizome of Belamcanda chinensis, is a classic bitter herb in TCM traditionally associated with the lung channel. These clean, sulfur-free slices are dried and sorted for decoction use. In TCM theory, She Gan is traditionally valued for supporting throat and respiratory comfort. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.

She Gan Dried Belamcanda Rhizome Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction overview
She Gan Dried Belamcanda Rhizome Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction overview

Key Selling Points

  • Authentic She Gan (射干) dried rhizome slices from a Chinese farm source
  • Botanical source Belamcanda chinensis, a recognized TCM herb
  • New-crop slices processed by drying with no sulfur fumigation
  • Cleaned and sorted pieces suitable for decoction preparation
  • Sold as a 500g bag of edible agricultural product with 12-month shelf life
She Gan Dried Belamcanda Rhizome Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction key features
She Gan Dried Belamcanda Rhizome Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction key features

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a yellowish-brown to dark brown exterior with a firmer, pale yellowish cut surface and a slightly wrinkled texture. The aroma is typically mild and earthy, and decocted liquid traditionally carries a distinctly bitter taste.

She Gan Dried Belamcanda Rhizome Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction quality and texture
She Gan Dried Belamcanda Rhizome Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried TCM herb slices
Chinese Name 射干
Pinyin She Gan
Botanical Name Belamcanda chinensis
Plant Part Rhizome
Net Weight 500g per bag
She Gan Dried Belamcanda Rhizome Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction specifications
She Gan Dried Belamcanda Rhizome Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmer in herbal decoctions following a TCM practitioner's guidance
  • Add to traditional herbal soup formulas prepared at home
  • Combine with other TCM herbs in classic throat-focused formulas
  • Store refrigerated and portion as needed for seasonal herbal use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, She Gan is traditionally used in decoctions and is a familiar component of classic formulas such as She Gan Ma Huang Tang. It is traditionally associated with the lung channel and with seasonal throat and respiratory comfort. Herbalists commonly pair it with herbs like Ma Huang, Zi Wan, or Jie Geng in traditional preparations.

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: It is 500g of dried She Gan (射干) rhizome slices from Belamcanda chinensis, sold as an edible agricultural product for traditional herbal preparation.

Q: What is it traditionally used for?

A: In TCM theory, She Gan is a bitter herb traditionally associated with the lung channel and with throat and respiratory comfort in classic decoction formulas.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: The slices are typically simmered in water as a decoction, often combined with other herbs according to a traditional formula or practitioner guidance.

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Packaging specifications

Shigan 500g, Shi gan 250g, Shi gan 100g, Shi gan 50g

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