Dandelion Tea Pu Gong Ying 50g Wild Dried Herb for Daily Herbal Infusion

Dandelion Tea, known in TCM as Pu Gong Ying (蒲公英), is made from the dried whole herb of Taraxacum mongolicum or related Taraxacum species. Naturally sun-dried and cut for convenient brewing, this wild-harvested botanical is traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice as a cooling, bitter herb. In TCM theory it is associated with clearing heat and supporting the liver and stomach channels. Enjoy it as a gentle daily herbal infusion.

Key Selling Points

• Wild-harvested dandelion whole herb, Pu Gong Ying (蒲公英), a classic TCM cooling botanical
• Botanical source Taraxacum mongolicum, dried naturally by sun-drying with no further processing
• Traditionally used in TCM to clear heat and support liver and stomach channel balance
• Cut and dried form makes it easy to steep directly as a loose herbal tea
• Packaged as three 50g canisters, ideal for regular daily herbal drinking

Quality & Sensory

The dried herb typically appears as dark green to brownish-green fragmented leaves and roots with a dry, slightly brittle texture. It carries a mild grassy-herbal aroma. When steeped, the infusion typically shows a light golden-green color with a pleasantly bitter, earthy taste and a clean herbal finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep 3-5g of dried dandelion in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Simmer briefly in a decoction for a stronger traditional herbal infusion
• Blend with chrysanthemum or honeysuckle for a classic cooling tea combination
• Enjoy warm during spring and summer as a seasonal wellness beverage

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese herbal practice, Pu Gong Ying has long been prepared as a simple decoction or combined with herbs such as Jin Yin Honeysuckle and Ju Hua chrysanthemum. It was traditionally favored in warm seasons and is still commonly steeped at home as a light daily tea. Folk use also includes adding the dried herb to soups or congee for its mildly bitter, cleansing character.

FAQ Q&A