Dried Tu Fu Ling Slices Wild Harvested Smilax Root for Herbal Tea and Soup 500g

Dried Tu Fu Ling (土茯苓) slices, also known as Smilax glabra root, are a traditional Chinese herbal ingredient used in TCM for their neutral nature and sweet, bland flavor. Traditionally associated with clearing dampness and supporting the lungs, these wild-harvested slices are naturally sun-dried and suitable for making herbal tea, decoctions, or soups as part of a balanced wellness routine.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Tu Fu Ling (土茯苓), the dried root of Smilax glabra
• Wild-harvested and naturally sun-dried for authentic quality
• Neutral in TCM nature with a sweet, bland flavor
• Traditionally used to clear dampness and support lung health
• Versatile for teas, soups, and decoctions

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically light brown to beige with a firm, woody texture and a mild, earthy aroma. When brewed or decocted, the liquid is typically pale and has a subtle, bland taste with slight sweetness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal tea
• Soup
• Decoction
• Congee

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Tu Fu Ling is traditionally used to clear dampness and support lung health. It is commonly prepared as a decoction or added to soups with ingredients like pork ribs or Job's tears. It may also be combined with other herbs in seasonal formulas to address dampness.

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