Astragalus Root Slices (Astragalus membranaceus) — Minxian Gansu Sun-Dried Huang Qi 500g
Price range: $5.42 through $11.22
Description
Astragalus Root Slices (Astragalus membranaceus) are the sun-dried root slices of a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Huáng Qí (黄芪). Sourced from Minxian in Gansu Province, a region long celebrated for its Huang Qi, this food herb has been prized for centuries as a qi-tonifying, vitality-supporting botanical used in daily teas, soups, and longevity decoctions. Its nature is sweet and slightly warm, making it a gentle yet deeply nourishing herb for supporting the Spleen and Lung, uplifting yang, and fortifying the body's vital energy.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional qi-tonifying food herb (药食同源)
- Sourced from Minxian, Gansu — a famed Huang Qi origin
- Naturally sun-dried, sulfur-free processing
- Large 500g value pack of 0.4–0.6 cm root slices
- Astragalus membranaceus, suitable for tea and soup
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is naturally sun-dried to preserve its pale yellow to light honey color, firm yet slightly pliable texture, and mild sweet, hay-like aroma. The slices are cleanly cut at 0.4–0.6 cm thickness, showing a creamy inner core with a subtle fibrous grain. When decocted or simmered, they yield a gentle, sweet, and slightly earthy infusion that deepens in flavor the longer it steeps, adding warmth and body to teas and broths without overpowering other ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Slices |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Huang Qi (Astragalus Root) |
| Botanical Name | Astragalus membranaceus |
| Origin | Minxian, Gansu Province, China |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Naturally Sun-Dried, Sulfur-Free |
Usage Scenarios
- Daily herbal tea, brewed alone or blended
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Congee and grain porridge
- Seasonal tonic decoctions
- Medicinal food soup packs
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Huang Qi is decocted into soups, congee, and longevity tonics to support daily vitality and resilience. It is a classic ingredient in Chinese medicinal food soups, where it pairs with jujube, goji berry, angelica, and codonopsis to build a warm, nourishing broth. As a daily tea, it is simmered alone or blended with red dates and wolfberry for a sweet, grounding infusion, often enjoyed through the cooler seasons as part of seasonal nourishment.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Huang Qi?
A: Huang Qi is the common Chinese name for the dried root of Astragalus membranaceus, also known as Astragalus Root. It is a traditional food herb used in teas, soups, and tonic decoctions.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Huang Qi?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Huang Qi is associated with tonifying qi, supporting the Spleen and Lung, and uplifting yang. It is often used in soups and teas for daily vitality and seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Huang Qi slices?
A: Rinse the slices and simmer them in water for tea, or add them to soups and congee during cooking. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | 1 4 1 6 astragalus 500g, 1 2 1 4 astragalus 500g, 1 0 1 2 astragalus 500g, 0 8 1 0 astragalus 500g, 0 6 0 8 astragalus 500g, 0 4 0 6 astragalus 500g |
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