American Ginseng Slanted Slices 50g Gift Box Soft Branch Dried Root Slices for Soup and Tea

American Ginseng Slanted Slices, known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen (西洋参), from Panax quinquefolius, are dried root slices from Jilin, China. In TCM theory, this herb is cool in nature, sweet and slightly bitter, and enters the heart, lung, and kidney channels. Traditionally used to support vitality and replenish qi and yin, these soft-branch slanted slices are suited for cooking, soups, and daily decoctions.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Panax quinquefolius root slices, a classic TCM herb
• Cool-natured American Ginseng traditionally used to nourish yin and support qi
• Soft-branch slanted cut for easy release of flavor in soups and decoctions
• Dried and sliced in Jilin, China, with a 36-month shelf life
• 50g boxed format suitable for personal use or festive gifting

Quality & Sensory

These slices are typically light beige to pale yellow with a firm, slightly brittle texture and a mild earthy aroma. When simmered or steeped, they yield a gently sweet and subtly bitter taste with a clean, refreshing finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in soups with lean meat or chicken
• Steeped as a daily herbal tea
• Added to congee during cooking
• Used in traditional decoctions with other herbs

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, American Ginseng is traditionally used in decoctions, soups, and congee to replenish qi and nourish yin. It is often paired with herbs such as wolfberry or jujube and is commonly consumed during warmer months or times of fatigue. The cool nature makes it a popular choice for those who prefer a gentler, less warming tonic.

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