Suoyang Cynomorium Slices 125g Dried Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient Traditional TCM Wellness Herb

Suoyang (锁阳), known in English as Cynomorium or desert broomrape, is a dried sliced herb from Cynomorium songaricum, the fleshy stem of a parasitic desert plant. In TCM theory it is considered warm in nature with a sweet taste and is traditionally associated with the kidney, liver, and large intestine channels. These golden-brown slices are suited for decoctions, teas, and culinary herbal preparations. This product is a food-grade agricultural item and is not intended to replace medical treatment.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Cynomorium songaricum stem slices known in TCM as Suoyang (锁阳)
• Sourced from Inner Mongolia, a traditional region for golden Suoyang
• Warm and sweet herb traditionally associated with kidney and liver channels
• Convenient sliced form ready for decoction, tea, or soup preparation
• Sold as a 125g jar of edible agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a reddish-brown to golden-brown color with a firm, dense texture and subtle earthy aroma. When simmered or steeped, they typically yield a mild, slightly sweet and savory taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other tonic herbs
• Steep slices in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Add to slow-cooked soups and stews
• Use in congee or culinary herbal recipes

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Suoyang is commonly simmered in decoctions or added to nourishing soups, often paired with herbs such as goji berry and cuscuta seed. It has also been used in congee and seasonal tonic recipes, particularly in winter wellness traditions. Preparation methods vary, and it is generally used as part of a balanced herbal formula rather than alone.

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