Dried North Glehnia Root Bei Sha Shen Peeled Slices 500g for Herbal Soup and Tea

Dried North Glehnia Root, known in TCM as Bei Sha Shen (北沙参), from Glehnia littoralis. These peeled root sections are a classic yin-nourishing herb traditionally associated with the lung and stomach channels. In TCM theory it is sweet and slightly cold in nature. Traditionally used in soups, decoctions, and herbal teas. Store in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Bei Sha Shen (北沙参) root sections from the current harvest
• Botanical source Glehnia littoralis root, carefully peeled and dried
• Traditionally valued in TCM for nourishing yin and supporting lung and stomach balance
• Sulfur-free processing with nitrogen-flush packaging for freshness
• Versatile for herbal soups, decoctions, and daily wellness teas

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-white with a slender, firm, slightly cylindrical texture. The aroma is mild and faintly sweet, and when simmered the root typically yields a light, subtly sweet taste with a smooth finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal soups with lean pork, chicken, or duck
• Add to traditional decoctions with Ophiopogon or Dendrobium
• Brew as a mild daily herbal tea
• Use in congee or slow-cooked seasonal dishes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Bei Sha Shen is traditionally used to nourish yin and moisten the lung and stomach, often appearing in autumn and dry-season recipes. It is commonly paired with Mai Dong (麦冬), Yu Zhu (玉竹), and dried figs in nourishing soups, or simmered with pears for a traditional moistening drink. A familiar ingredient in Cantonese slow-cooked soup culture.

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