Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herba Scutellariae Barbatae Slices 250g Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb

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Description

Dried Barbed Skullcap Herb, known in TCM as Ban Zhi Lian (半枝莲), from Scutellaria barbata. These dried aerial herb slices are a sulfur-free raw botanical traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory, Ban Zhi Lian is considered bitter and cool and is traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting the body's natural balance. Suitable for decoction, herbal tea, or external washes; consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herba Scutellariae Barbatae Slices 250g Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb overview
Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herba Scutellariae Barbatae Slices 250g Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb overview

Key Selling Points

  • Authentic Ban Zhi Lian (半枝莲) dried herb slices from Anhui, China
  • Botanical source Scutellaria barbata, the whole aerial plant part
  • Sulfur-free drying process with no fumigation treatment
  • Traditionally valued in TCM as a bitter cooling herb for heat-clearing formulas
  • Versatile raw herb for decoctions, herbal teas, and external washes
Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herba Scutellariae Barbatae Slices 250g Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb key features
Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herba Scutellariae Barbatae Slices 250g Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb key features

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried slices show a grayish-green to brownish-green color with a dry, brittle texture and a faint grassy-herbal aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a light greenish-brown hue with a bitter, slightly astringent taste.

Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herba Scutellariae Barbatae Slices 250g Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb quality and texture
Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herba Scutellariae Barbatae Slices 250g Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Raw herb decoction pieces
Chinese Name 半枝莲
Pinyin Ban Zhi Lian
Botanical Name Scutellaria barbata
Plant Part Dried aerial parts
Net Weight 250 g
Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herba Scutellariae Barbatae Slices 250g Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb specifications
Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herba Scutellariae Barbatae Slices 250g Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmer into a traditional herbal decoction
  • Steep as a bitter cooling herbal tea
  • Combine with other TCM herbs such as Bai Hua She She Cao in decoctions
  • Prepare as an external herbal wash
Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herba Scutellariae Barbatae Slices 250g Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb in use
Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herba Scutellariae Barbatae Slices 250g Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb in use

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese herbal practice, Ban Zhi Lian is commonly decocted alone or paired with Bai Hua She She Cao (白花蛇舌草) in heat-clearing herbal formulas. It has traditionally been used in folk practice during warm seasons and is often simmered into daily herbal teas or decoctions. Preparation typically involves simmering the dried herb in water; traditional guidance suggests consulting a practitioner for appropriate use.

Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herba Scutellariae Barbatae Slices 250g Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: This is 250g of dried Ban Zhi Lian (半枝莲, Scutellaria barbata) aerial herb slices, a raw Chinese botanical sold as an edible agricultural product.

Q: What is its traditional value?

A: In TCM theory, Ban Zhi Lian is a bitter, cooling herb traditionally associated with clearing heat. It has long been used in folk herbal decoctions and teas.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: It is typically simmered in water to make a decoction or steeped as an herbal tea, and can also be used for external washes. Consult a practitioner for guidance on amount and duration.

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