Dried Patchouli Herb Huo Xiang Leaf for Herbal Tea and Traditional Decoction 500g

Dried Patchouli Herb, known in TCM as Huo Xiang (藿香), from Pogostemon cablin, is the dried aerial part of the plant. In TCM theory it is aromatic, slightly warm, and enters the Lung, Spleen, and Stomach channels. Traditionally used to transform dampness, harmonize the middle, and support digestive comfort during humid weather. Commonly prepared as a light herbal tea or added to decoctions.

Key Selling Points

• Dried aerial parts of Pogostemon cablin, the classic Huo Xiang herb
• Aromatic TCM herb traditionally used to transform dampness
• Naturally dried in Guangdong without added processing
• Suitable for light herbal teas and traditional decoctions
• 500g net weight of whole dried leaf and stem

Quality & Sensory

The dried herb typically shows greenish-brown leaves and stems with a strong, fresh, camphor-like aroma. Texture is dry and slightly brittle. When brewed, the liquor is typically light amber with a warm, aromatic, mildly bitter taste and a lingering cooling note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed as a light aromatic herbal tea
• Added to traditional herbal decoctions
• Combined with other herbs in seasonal damp-weather teas
• Used in herbal soup or congee recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Huo Xiang is traditionally used to transform dampness, harmonize the middle burner, and release the exterior. It is often paired with Pei Lan (佩兰) in aromatic teas for humid weather, or added to summer decoctions and congee. Folk practice commonly uses it as a light daily tea during damp seasons.

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