Gong Lao Mu Mahonia Stem Slices 500g Dried Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea

Gong Lao Mu (功劳木), also known as Tu Huang Bai, is the dried stem of Mahonia, traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory it is associated with bitter flavor and cold nature, and is traditionally linked to clearing damp-heat. These cut slices are suitable for decoction or herbal tea preparation. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Gong Lao Mu (功劳木) stem slices, a traditional Chinese medicinal material
• Botanical source is Mahonia, closely related to Phellodendron in traditional use
• Sliced form allows convenient decoction, simmering, or tea brewing
• In TCM theory traditionally associated with bitter flavor and cold nature
• Sold as a food-grade agricultural product, sealed for freshness

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a yellow to yellow-brown cut surface with a hard, woody texture and fibrous grain. They carry a faint herbal aroma, and a decoction typically yields a bitter, yellowish taste typical of Mahonia stems.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into a traditional herbal decoction
• Brewed as a bitter herbal tea
• Added to herbal soup preparations under practitioner guidance
• Combined with other herbs in classical formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gong Lao Mu is traditionally associated with clearing heat and dampness, and has historically been used in decoctions alongside herbs such as Huang Bai and Huang Lian. It is typically simmered in water or combined in formulas prepared by herbalists, often in warm seasons according to traditional seasonal practice.

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