Bai Shen Slices (Panax ginseng) — Changbai Mountain White Ginseng Root Slices, 500g
Price range: $16.44 through $50.46
Description
Bai Shen Slices (Panax ginseng) are the dried root slices of a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Bái Shēn (白参), the white ginseng preparation of Rén Shēn (人参). Grown in the Changbai Mountain region of Jilin and harvested from mature, full-age roots, Bai Shen has been prized for centuries as a qi-tonifying, spirit-lifting, and vitality-supporting herb. Its nature is sweet and slightly warm, making it a gentle yet profoundly nourishing root for supporting the Spleen, Lung, and Heart, replenishing vital qi, and promoting fluids.
Key Selling Points
- Full-age white ginseng from Changbai Mountain, Jilin
- Extra-large slices, each over 1.8 cm
- Vacuum-dried to preserve color and aroma
- Traditional qi-tonifying food herb
- 500g bulk pack for cooking and decoction
Quality & Sensory
Each root is carefully sliced and vacuum-dried to preserve its pale ivory color, firm yet slightly translucent texture, and mild sweet-herbal aroma. The extra-large slices measure over 1.8 cm across, showing clean, even edges and a dense, uniform body. When decocted or simmered, Bai Shen releases a gentle, subtly sweet and earthy flavor with a soft, rounded finish, lending warmth and depth to soups and tonics without overpowering other ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Ginseng Root Slices |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Bai Shen (White Ginseng) |
| Botanical Name | Panax ginseng |
| Origin | Changbai Mountain, Jilin, China |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Vacuum Dried |
Usage Scenarios
- Chinese-style ginseng chicken soup
- Herbal decoctions and tonics
- Congee and grain porridge
- Slow-cooked broths and stews
- Daily herbal tea blends
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Bai Shen is decocted into soups, congee, and longevity tonics to support daily vitality, calm the spirit, and replenish qi. It is a classic ingredient in ginseng chicken soup, where it pairs with jujube, goji berry, and ginger. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other gentle herbs for a warm, subtly sweet infusion that accompanies seasonal nourishment.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Bai Shen?
A: Bai Shen is the common Chinese name for white ginseng, the dried root slices of Panax ginseng that have been processed without steaming. It is a traditional food herb used in soups, decoctions, and tonics.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Bai Shen?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Bai Shen is associated with tonifying qi, supporting the Spleen and Lung, and promoting fluids. It is often used in soups and decoctions for daily vitality and seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use Bai Shen slices?
A: Rinse the slices and simmer them with soup ingredients, or decoct them in water as part of a tonic. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Small piece 0 6cm, Small piece 0 8cm, Medium piece 1 0cm, Large 1 2cm, Large 1 4cm, Large 1 6cm, Oversized pieces over 1 8cm |
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