Huang Lian Dried Coptis Root Single Branch Bulk Chinese Herb 500g Sichuan Origin

Huang Lian (黄连), known as Coptis or Goldthread, from Coptis chinensis, is a dried root and rhizome herb supplied as single-branch cut pieces. In TCM theory it is considered bitter and cold and traditionally associated with clearing heat and drying dampness. Sold as a raw edible agricultural product for herbal decoction and traditional preparation, it should be used under qualified guidance, and special populations should avoid consumption.

Key Selling Points

• Single-branch Huang Lian (黄连) dried root pieces from Sichuan
• Botanical source Coptis chinensis, a classic bitter-cold TCM herb
• Manually and machine cut for convenient decoction pieces
• Traditionally associated with clearing heat and drying dampness in TCM
• 500g bulk pack suitable for herbal shops and decoction use

Quality & Sensory

Typically the cut pieces are yellow to golden-brown with a rough, hard texture and irregular branch form. The aroma is faintly herbal, and the taste is intensely bitter, a characteristic trait of Coptis root.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Combined with other herbs in TCM formulas
• Used by herbal practitioners for custom prescriptions
• Stored as a bulk pantry herb for seasonal decoction use

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Huang Lian is a classic bitter-cold herb traditionally used to clear heat and dry dampness, often appearing in well-known formulas such as Huang Lian Jie Du Tang and San Huang combinations. It is typically decocted with other roots and barks, and in folk practice small amounts were also used in cooling teas. Pairings traditionally include Scutellaria and Phellodendron.

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