Dried Glehnia Root Bei Sha Shen Slices 250g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Soup

Dried Glehnia Root Slices, known in TCM as Bei Sha Shen (北沙参), from Glehnia littoralis. These dried root pieces are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with nourishing yin and moistening the lungs in TCM theory. In traditional practice, Glehnia root is considered sweet and slightly cold, entering the lung and stomach channels. Commonly simmered in decoctions, soups, and herbal teas as part of a balanced wellness routine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Bei Sha Shen root pieces prepared by traditional sun-drying
• Botanical source Glehnia littoralis root, a well-known TCM herb
• Traditionally used in Chinese herbalism to nourish yin and moisten the lungs
• Convenient sliced and chunked form ready for decoction, soup, or tea
• Sealed 250g jar pack suitable for household herbal cooking

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-white to light beige in color with a firm, dense texture and clean, slightly sweet aroma. When simmered, the root typically yields a mild, gently sweet taste with a smooth, moistening character.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to nourishing soups with pork, chicken, or other ingredients
• Brewed as a mild herbal tea with other yin-nourishing herbs
• Cooked into congee for seasonal wellness meals

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Bei Sha Shen is traditionally associated with nourishing yin, moistening the lungs, and benefiting the stomach. It is a common ingredient in autumn and winter tonics, often paired with Mai Dong (Ophiopogon root), Yu Zhu (Polygonatum), or dried pear in decoctions and slow-cooked soups. Traditional households also add it to congee and herbal teas during dry seasons.

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