Chai Hu Bupleurum Root 500g Dried Zang Chai Hu Gansu Origin Traditional Herbal Decoction Slices

Chai Hu, known in TCM as Zang Chai Hu (藏柴胡), is the dried root of Bupleurum, a classic botanical long valued in traditional Chinese herbal practice. Sourced from Gansu and naturally sun-dried, these root pieces are traditionally associated with soothing the liver and resolving constraint in TCM theory. Suitable for decoction or herbal formulas; consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Premium Zang Chai Hu selected from Gansu province
• Dried Bupleurum root pieces prepared by natural sun-drying
• A classic TCM herb traditionally used in liver-soothing and harmony-regulating formulas
• 500g bulk pack suited to decoction pieces and herbal blending
• Sold as an edible agricultural product with a one-year shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried root pieces show a grayish-brown to dark brown surface with firm, fibrous texture and a faint aromatic, slightly bitter character. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a light brown hue with a mild herbal bitterness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Blended into classic TCM formula combinations
• Prepared as a light herbal tea infusion with other botanicals
• Used in seasonal soup and congee recipes under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Chai Hu is traditionally associated with soothing liver qi, resolving constraint, and lifting yang qi, appearing in classic formulas such as Xiao Chai Hu Tang. It is commonly decocted with Scutellaria, Pinellia, or Paeonia root pieces and is often used in spring and seasonal adjustment regimens. Preparation typically involves simmering the dried root in water as part of a prescribed herbal formula.

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