Chuan Xiong Slices (Ligusticum chuanxiong) — Sulfur-Free Sichuan Dried Herb for Soup & Tea
Price range: $7.12 through $7.93
Description
Chuan Xiong Slices (Ligusticum chuanxiong) are the dried rhizome slices of a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Chuān Xiōng (川芎). For centuries, Chuan Xiong has been prized as a qi-and-blood-moving herb, traditionally used to invigorate blood circulation, dispel stagnation, and ease discomfort in the head and chest. Its nature is warm and acrid, making it a dynamic yet well-balanced herb for promoting the smooth flow of qi and blood.
Key Selling Points
- Sulfur-free, naturally sun-dried slices
- Authentic Sichuan-origin Chuan Xiong
- Traditional blood-moving and qi-invigorating herb
- Versatile for soups, decoctions, and tea blends
- 500g bulk pack for daily food-herb use
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully sliced and sun-dried to preserve its light yellowish-brown color, firm yet slightly oily texture, and distinctive aromatic, pungent fragrance. When decocted or simmered in soup, the slices release a warm, earthy, mildly spicy flavor that adds depth to broths and blends well with other food herbs.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Slices |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Chuan Xiong |
| Botanical Name | Ligusticum chuanxiong |
| Origin | Sichuan, China |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Natural Sun-Dried, Sulfur-Free |
Usage Scenarios
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Herbal decoctions and tea blends
- Medicinal food cooking
- Seasonal nourishment formulas
- Soup-pack ingredient
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Chuan Xiong is decocted into soups, congee, and traditional tonic formulas to support the smooth movement of qi and blood. It is a classic ingredient in medicinal food soups, often paired with ingredients like angelica (Dang Gui), white peony (Bai Shao), and rehmannia (Shu Di Huang) in traditional blood-nourishing combinations. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other warming herbs for a pungent, aromatic infusion.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Chuan Xiong?
A: Chuan Xiong is the common Chinese name for dried rhizome slices of Ligusticum chuanxiong, a traditional herb native to Sichuan. It is widely used in TCM food therapy and herbal cooking.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Chuan Xiong?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Chuan Xiong is associated with invigorating blood circulation, moving qi, and dispelling stagnation. It is often used in soups and decoctions for daily nourishment and seasonal support.
Q: How do I use dried Chuan Xiong slices?
A: Rinse the slices and simmer them with soup ingredients or brew them in hot water as part of a tea blend. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
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| Packaging specifications | Selecting Goods, General goods |
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