Dried Purslane Herb Ma Chi Xian 500g Bagged Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient for Decoction and Culinary Use

Dried Purslane Herb, known in TCM as Ma Chi Xian (马齿苋), from Portulaca oleracea. These sun-dried aerial parts are a common Chinese botanical supplied as an edible agricultural product. In TCM theory purslane is traditionally associated with a sour and cold nature and is valued in folk herbal practice. Traditionally used in decoctions, teas, and seasonal dishes. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried purslane aerial parts supplied as a raw Chinese botanical
• Botanical source Portulaca oleracea known in TCM as Ma Chi Xian 马齿苋
• Sun-dried processing with a 120 day shelf life when sealed
• Traditionally associated with a sour and cold nature in TCM theory
• Suitable for decoctions herbal teas and culinary preparations

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried herb appears as green to brownish-green stems and small fleshy leaves with a slightly succulent brittle texture. It carries a mild grassy vegetal aroma, and when brewed or decocted it typically yields a light sour and slightly salty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Brew as a simple herbal tea infusion
• Rehydrate and add to soups or congee
• Use in seasonal culinary dishes following traditional recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM and folk herbal practice, dried purslane has long been used in simple decoctions and cooling summer teas, and it is a familiar ingredient in seasonal home cooking. It is traditionally paired with other mild herbs in herbal soups or added to congee and vegetable dishes after soaking. Traditionally associated with clearing internal heat in TCM theory.

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