Dried Astragalus Root Slices Huang Qi 500g New Crop Unsulfured for Tea and Soup

Dried Astragalus Root Slices, known in TCM as Huang Qi (黄芪) or Bei Qi, from Astragalus membranaceus. These unsulfured root slices are a classic Qi-tonifying herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine, traditionally associated with sweet flavor and warm nature entering the Spleen and Lung channels. Commonly simmered in teas, soups, and congee for daily wellness support. This 500g pack offers a convenient supply of new-crop decoction pieces for traditional preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Huang Qi (黄芪), the dried root of Astragalus membranaceus
• Unsulfured new-crop slices with no sulfur fumigation
• Traditional Qi-tonifying herb in TCM theory
• Versatile decoction piece for teas, soups, and congee
• 500g value pack of sliced root for regular preparation

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a pale yellow to light brown exterior with a creamy yellowish interior and firm, woody texture. Aroma is mild and earthy. When simmered, the decoction is typically lightly sweet and smooth with a gentle herbal note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered as a daily herbal tea
• Added to soups and broths
• Cooked into congee
• Combined with other herbs in decoctions

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Huang Qi is traditionally used to tonify Qi and support defensive Qi. It is commonly simmered alone or with herbs such as Dang Shen, Gou Qi Zi, or Hong Zao in teas, soups, and congee. Folk practice often includes it in seasonal warming preparations and daily wellness routines.

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