American Ginseng Slices Xi Yang Shen 500g Changbai Mountain Diagonal Cut Root Slices for Tea and Cooking

American Ginseng Slices, known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen (西洋参) or Hua Qi Shen (花旗参), from Panax quinquefolius. These large diagonal-cut slices are sourced from Changbai Mountain in Jilin Province and sold as a dried edible agricultural product. In TCM theory, American ginseng is considered cool in nature with a sweet and slightly bitter flavor, traditionally associated with nourishing qi and supporting the yin. Traditionally used in teas, soups, and culinary preparations. This product is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Large diagonal-cut American ginseng slices from Changbai Mountain, Jilin Province
• Known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen (西洋参), botanical source Panax quinquefolius
• Traditionally valued in TCM as a cooling tonic herb associated with qi and yin
• Convenient ready-to-use slices for tea, soup, congee, and culinary use
• 500g bulk pack suitable for daily herbal preparation and wholesale buyers

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a pale yellow to light tan color with a firm, dense texture and visible radial markings. The aroma is typically mildly earthy and ginseng-like. When steeped or simmered, the taste is typically slightly sweet with a gentle lingering bitterness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water for a mild herbal tea
• Add to slow-cooked soups and broths
• Simmer with rice or grains for herbal congee
• Use in culinary dishes and seasonal tonics

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, American ginseng slices are commonly steeped alone or with other herbs such as goji berries or chrysanthemum for a daily tea. They are also added to chicken or pork soups and slow-simmered decoctions, especially in summer when cooling tonics are traditionally preferred. Slices may be chewed directly or added to congee in folk use.

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