Dried San Leng Rhizome Slices Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Soup 500g

Dried San Leng rhizome slices, known in TCM as San Leng (三棱) and botanically as Sparganium stoloniferum, are a traditional Chinese herbal decoction piece. In TCM theory, this herb is associated with breaking blood stasis and moving qi, with a bitter and neutral nature. It is typically prepared by decoction or added to soups. This product is dried, unsulfured, and free from additives.

Key Selling Points

• Identified in TCM as San Leng (三棱), a traditional blood-moving herb
• Dried rhizome slices with no added sulfur or additives
• Bitter flavor and neutral nature according to TCM theory
• Suitable for decoctions, soups, and traditional herbal formulas
• 500g net weight of freshly dried current-year harvest

Quality & Sensory

The dried rhizome slices are typically light yellowish-brown to grayish-brown with a firm, woody texture. They have a mild, earthy aroma and a bitter taste that becomes more pronounced when decocted. The slices are dry and free from visible mold or sulfur odor.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Added to traditional herbal decoctions
• Simmered in soups with other herbs
• Used in congee for traditional dietary therapy
• Combined with other herbs in seasonal tonic preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, San Leng is traditionally used in formulas to break blood stasis and move qi, often paired with herbs such as E Zhu (莪术). It is commonly prepared by decoction with other herbs or simmered in soups. Traditional texts describe it as bitter and neutral, entering the liver and spleen channels. It is not typically used alone.

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