Licorice Astragalus Gardenia Herbal Tea Blend 80g Canister Hand Selected Dried Chinese Herbs
Price range: $6.51 through $10.90
Description
Licorice Astragalus Gardenia Herbal Blend, known in TCM as Gan Cao Huang Qi Zhi Zi (甘草黄芪栀子), combines Glycyrrhiza uralensis root, Astragalus membranaceus root, and Gardenia jasminoides fruit. This hand-selected trio is traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice for daily wellness teas and decoctions. In TCM theory, licorice is sweet and harmonizing, astragalus is traditionally associated with tonifying qi, and gardenia is considered cold in nature. Enjoy as part of a balanced lifestyle; this product is not a substitute for medicine.
Key Selling Points
- Classic three-herb TCM combination of licorice astragalus and gardenia
- Contains Glycyrrhiza uralensis Astragalus membranaceus and Gardenia jasminoides
- Hand-selected dried botanicals in a resealable 80g canister
- Traditionally used in TCM for daily herbal teas and decoctions
- Sourced from mainland China with a 365-day shelf life
Quality & Sensory
Typically the blend shows pale yellow astragalus slices, golden licorice pieces, and deep red-brown gardenia fruits with a mild earthy aroma. When simmered or steeped, it typically yields a light amber infusion with a gently sweet, slightly bitter taste.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried herbal blend for tea and decoction |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 甘草黄芪栀子 |
| Pinyin | Gan Cao Huang Qi Zhi Zi |
| Botanical Name | Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Astragalus membranaceus, Gardenia jasminoides |
| Plant Part | Root and fruit |
| Net Weight | 80g canister |
Usage Scenarios
- Simmer as a traditional herbal decoction
- Steep as a mild daily wellness tea
- Add to soup or congee recipes alongside other culinary herbs
- Brew with chrysanthemum or goji for a seasonal herbal drink
Traditional Uses
In TCM practice, this trio is traditionally paired in daily decoctions and teas. Astragalus is traditionally associated with supporting qi, licorice with harmonizing other herbs, and gardenia with clearing heat. Traditionally simmered 10-15 minutes or steeped in hot water, it is a common household blend during warm seasons.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is a hand-selected dried blend of licorice root, astragalus root, and gardenia fruit, sold as an edible agricultural product from mainland China in an 80g canister.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory, astragalus is traditionally associated with tonifying qi, licorice with harmonizing formulas, and gardenia with clearing heat. It is valued as a classic everyday herbal combination.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: Traditionally the herbs are simmered in water for a decoction or steeped in hot water as a tea, and they can also be added to soups or congee.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | standard pack licorice astragalus gardenia canned, package 1 licorice 125g canned, package 2 astragalus 140g canned, package 3 gardenia 80g canned |
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