Cynomorium Slices Suo Yang 100g Jar Dried Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Pairing

Cynomorium Slices, known in TCM as Suo Yang (锁阳), from Cynomorium songaricum, offered as dried sliced herb in a 100g jar. In TCM theory Suo Yang is warm in nature with a sweet taste and is traditionally associated with the kidney, liver, and large intestine channels. It is commonly paired with herbs such as Rou Cong Rong and Yin Yang Huo in traditional formulas. Store in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Cynomorium songaricum slices supplied in a resealable 100g jar
• Known in TCM as Suo Yang 锁阳 a classic kidney-tonifying herb
• Warm and sweet nature traditionally used in yang-supporting formulas
• Convenient sliced form ready for decoction soup or tea blending
• Traditionally paired with Rou Cong Rong and Yin Yang Huo

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a reddish-brown to dark brown exterior with a lighter fibrous interior and a firm dense texture. The aroma is typically mild and earthy and decocted liquid traditionally carries a subtly sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in decoctions with other tonic herbs
• Add to slow-cooked herbal soups
• Steep slices in hot water as a traditional herbal tea
• Blend into congee or culinary recipes

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice Suo Yang is traditionally used to support kidney yang and moisten the intestines and it appears in classic formulas alongside Rou Cong Rong Yin Yang Huo and similar warming herbs. It is commonly simmered in decoctions added to nourishing soups or steeped as a daily herbal tea especially in autumn and winter.

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