Jing Jie Dried Schizonepeta Herb 500g Whole Jingjie Stems Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Ingredient

Dried Schizonepeta Herb, known in TCM as Jing Jie (荆芥), from Schizonepeta tenuifolia, using the dried aerial parts including stems and leaves. This whole dried herb is a classic Chinese botanical traditionally valued for its light acrid nature and its association with releasing the exterior in TCM theory. Traditionally prepared as a decoction or herbal tea, it is a staple ingredient in many classical formulas. Store in a cool dry place and use according to traditional preparation guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Jing Jie (荆芥) aerial herb supplied as a 500g bag
• Botanical source Schizonepeta tenuifolia, a classic TCM exterior-releasing herb
• Nitrogen-flushed packaging to help preserve freshness during storage
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and traditional formula preparation
• Sold as a food-grade agricultural product with a 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

The dried herb typically shows slender stems with fine green to yellowish-green leaves and a characteristic faint aromatic scent. When simmered, it typically yields a mild, slightly minty and herbal infusion with a light, refreshing finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Steeped as a light aromatic herbal tea
• Added to soup stocks in small amounts for traditional flavor
• Used as an ingredient in classical TCM formula preparation

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Jing Jie is traditionally associated with a pungent and slightly warm nature and is traditionally used to release the exterior and dispel wind. It commonly appears in classical formulas alongside herbs such as Fang Feng (防风) and Bo He (薄荷). Traditionally, it is also lightly charred (Jing Jie Tan) in some preparations. It is a familiar seasonal herb in folk practice, often simmered briefly and taken warm.

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