Ban Zhi Lian (Scutellaria barbata) — Dried Chinese Herb, 500g Bulk Food-Herb Cut

Ban Zhi Lian (Scutellaria barbata) is the dried whole herb of a traditional botanical known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Bàn Zhī Lián (半枝莲), also called Barbed Skullcap. For centuries it has been prized as a cooling, clearing herb used in decoctions and herbal blends to clear heat, resolve toxin, and support the body's natural balance. Its nature is pungent, bitter, and slightly cold, making it a brisk yet focused herb for invigorating blood and dispersing stagnation.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional heat-clearing food herb
• Dried whole-herb Ban Zhi Lian
• Scutellaria barbata
• 500g bulk food-herb cut
• New-crop, sun-dried quality

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully sun-dried to preserve its deep green color, crisp leafy texture, and mild grassy aroma. When decocted, the herb yields a light, slightly bitter infusion with a clean herbal finish, blending well with other botanicals without overpowering the brew.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal decoction blends
• Traditional daily tea
• Soup and medicinal food packs
• Seasonal heat-clearing brews
• Herbal pairing with jujube and Oldenlandia

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Ban Zhi Lian is decocted alone or in combination with herbs such as Bai Hua She She Cao (Oldenlandia diffusa) and Da Zao (jujube) to make cooling daily brews. It is a common ingredient in traditional decoctions and medicinal food soups, where it is simmered slowly to release its clearing properties. As a tea, it is brewed with other botanicals for a light, refreshing infusion during warm seasons.

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