Dried Gentian Root Long Dan Cao 500g Natural Sun Dried Chinese Herbal Decoction Pieces

Dried Gentian Root, known in TCM as Long Dan Cao (龙胆草), from Gentiana scabra. These naturally sun-dried root pieces are a classic bitter-cold herb traditionally associated with clearing heat and drying dampness in TCM theory. Valued in herbal decoctions and formulas, they are supplied as a raw botanical for traditional preparation. Store in a cool dry place and use under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Long Dan Cao dried gentian root pieces
• Botanical source Gentiana scabra root
• Naturally sun-dried with no further processing
• Classic bitter-cold herb in traditional Chinese medicine
• Suitable for decoctions and traditional herbal formulas

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried root pieces are slender, twisted, and light brown to yellowish brown with a wrinkled surface. They have a distinct earthy aroma and an intensely bitter taste when decocted, a hallmark of genuine gentian root.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Use in TCM formulas prepared by practitioners
• Combine with other herbs in prescribed herbal teas
• Incorporate into seasonal herbal regimens

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Long Dan Cao is a bitter-cold root traditionally associated with clearing heat and drying dampness, and it appears in classic formulas such as Long Dan Xie Gan Tang. Traditionally it is decocted alone or blended with other herbs, and it has long been used in seasonal practices during warm months. Preparation typically involves simmering the root pieces in water according to practitioner guidance.

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