Dried Salvia Root Slices Dan Shen 500g Natural Sulfur-Free Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Pieces

Dried Salvia Root Slices, known in TCM as Dan Shen (丹参), from Salvia miltiorrhiza. These sliced dried roots are a classic Chinese herbal material traditionally valued for supporting healthy blood circulation in TCM theory. Dan Shen is considered bitter in flavor and slightly cold in nature, traditionally associated with the Heart and Liver channels. Suitable for herbal tea, decoctions, and grinding into powder for traditional wellness routines.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Dan Shen dried root slices from high-altitude ecological cultivation in Shandong
• Botanical source Salvia miltiorrhiza with root slices cut for convenient preparation
• Naturally sulfur-free processing preserves the traditional character of the herb
• In TCM theory traditionally associated with invigorating blood and calming the spirit
• Versatile form suitable for tea steeping decoction or grinding into powder

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a reddish-brown exterior with a lighter yellowish-white or reddish cut surface and a firm woody texture. The aroma is typically mildly herbal and earthy, and brewed or decocted liquid carries a slightly bitter taste with a faint aromatic finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water as a simple herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions with other traditional herbs
• Grind into powder for traditional herbal routines
• Add to slow-cooked soups in seasonal home cooking

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice Dan Shen has long been used in decoctions and herbal teas, often paired with herbs such as Chuan Xiong or Hong Hua in classic circulation-focused formulas. It is also a common ingredient in daily wellness drinks, especially during seasonal transitions, and can be simmered alone or combined in soup-style preparations following traditional guidance.

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