Dried Verbena Herb Ma Bian Cao 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient

Dried Verbena Herb, known in TCM as Ma Bian Cao (马鞭草), from Verbena officinalis, consisting of the dried aerial parts of the plant. In TCM theory it is considered bitter in flavor and slightly cold in nature, traditionally associated with the liver and spleen channels. This loose dried herb is commonly used for herbal tea, decoctions, and traditional formulas. Store refrigerated and use as directed by a qualified herbal practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional Chinese herb Ma Bian Cao in dried whole-herb form
• Botanical source Verbena officinalis, dried aerial parts
• 500g value pack suitable for repeated herbal preparations
• Traditionally used in TCM decoctions and herbal teas
• Sold as a food-grade dried agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried herb appears grayish-green with slender stems, narrow leaves, and small spike-like flower clusters. It has a faint herbal aroma, and when brewed or decocted it typically yields a light, mildly bitter and astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a simple herbal tea
• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Combine with other herbs in TCM formulas
• Use in seasonal wellness preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Ma Bian Cao is traditionally associated with clearing heat and resolving dampness, and has been used in folk herbalism for seasonal wellness support. It is commonly prepared as a decoction or combined with other cooling herbs in traditional formulas. In some regions it is also used in herbal washes and external applications following traditional practice.

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