Dried Aster Root Zi Wan 100g Canister Sun Dried TCM Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb

Dried Aster Root, known in TCM as Zi Wan (紫菀), from Aster tataricus, is a sun-dried root and rhizome herb offered as clean, sulfur-free dried pieces. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with the lung channel and is valued in classic herbal decoctions and teas. This listing covers a 100g canister of naturally dried Zi Wan suitable for decoction, herbal tea blends, or culinary herbal use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Zi Wan (紫菀) dried aster root from Hebei, China
• Botanical source Aster tataricus, root and rhizome pieces
• Naturally sun-dried with no sulfur fumigation
• Sealed 100g canister keeps the herb dry and easy to store
• Traditionally used in TCM lung-supporting decoctions and herbal teas

Quality & Sensory

The dried pieces typically show a grayish-brown to purplish-brown surface with fine root hairs and a firm, slightly flexible texture. The aroma is typically mild and earthy, and decocted Zi Wan usually yields a gentle, slightly sweet and bitter herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Blended into herbal teas with other TCM herbs
• Added to herbal soup or congee recipes
• Stored as a pantry staple for seasonal herbal cooking

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Zi Wan is traditionally associated with moistening the lung and easing cough, and it frequently appears in classic formulas alongside herbs such as Kuan Dong Hua (款冬花). It is commonly simmered in decoctions, added to herbal teas, or used in seasonal soup preparations. Traditional pairings often include honey-processed preparations for a gentler character.

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