Dried Ezhu Curcuma Slices 500g Zedoary Rhizome TCM Herbal Decoction Pieces

Dried Ezhu slices, known in TCM as E Zhu (莪术), from Curcuma phaeocaulis, the rhizome of zedoary. These machine-cut and hand-sorted slices are a classic Chinese herbal decoction piece traditionally associated with moving qi and breaking blood stasis in TCM theory. Traditionally considered acrid, bitter, and warm, they enter the liver and spleen channels. Sold as a raw culinary-grade botanical for traditional herbal preparation; special populations should consult a practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic E Zhu (莪术) zedoary rhizome slices, a recognized TCM decoction piece
• Botanical source Curcuma phaeocaulis, sourced from Guangxi, China
• Carefully machine-cut and hand-sorted slices with consistent thickness
• Traditionally used in TCM to move qi and invigorate blood
• 500g bulk pack suitable for decoctions, formulas, and herbal shops

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a grayish-brown to yellowish-white cut surface with a darker outer bark and visible ring patterns. The texture is firm and starchy, and the aroma is typically pungent and camphor-like with a slightly acrid, warming taste when decocted.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions according to a practitioner's guidance
• Combine with other TCM herbs in classical formulas
• Use in herbal soup preparations in small amounts
• Stock for herbal shops and TCM pharmacies

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, E Zhu is traditionally used to break blood stasis and move qi, and it frequently appears in formulas addressing accumulations and stagnation patterns. It is commonly paired with San Leng (三棱) to strengthen blood-moving action, and with qi-regulating herbs such as Mu Xiang. Traditionally prepared by decoction, often with vinegar processing for enhanced blood-moving use.

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