Dried Black Maca Root Slices Lijiang Yunnan 500g Traditional Herbal Decoction Pieces

Dried Black Maca Root Slices, known in TCM as Ma Ka (玛咖), from Lepidium meyenii. These sun-dried root slices originate from Lijiang, Yunnan, and are traditionally used as a warming tonic in TCM theory. Maca is associated with the kidney and spleen channels, with a sweet and slightly warm nature. It is commonly simmered in soups, decocted with other herbs, or ground into powder for daily herbal preparations.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Ma Ka (玛咖), Lepidium meyenii, dried root slices
• Sourced from Lijiang, Yunnan, a traditional high-altitude growing region
• Black maca root slices, a prized variety in traditional herbal practice
• Dried decoction pieces suitable for simmering, decocting, or grinding
• 500g net weight, current-year harvest, 18-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically dark brown to black with a firm, woody texture. Aroma is earthy and slightly sweet. When simmered or decocted, the liquid is typically mild, earthy, and slightly sweet with a subtle nutty note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in soups with other herbs
• Decocted as a single-herb tea
• Ground into powder for daily drinks
• Added to congee or porridge
• Used in traditional herbal formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, maca is traditionally used as a warming tonic associated with the kidney and spleen channels. It is commonly simmered in soups with herbs such as goji berry or Chinese yam, decocted alone as a daily tea, or added to congee. Folk practice often pairs it with other tonic herbs for seasonal nourishment.

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