Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 500g Dried Red Skin Chinese Herb for Tea and Decoction

Dried Licorice Root Slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis. These red-skinned round slices are dried and cut from the root of the licorice plant. In TCM theory, licorice is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with harmonizing herbal formulas and supporting balanced daily wellness. Commonly simmered in decoctions, steeped as tea, or added to soups and congee. Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.

Key Selling Points

• Dried red-skin licorice root cut into round slices for convenient brewing and cooking
• Botanical source Glycyrrhiza uralensis, a classic Chinese herbal root
• Known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), sweet in flavor and neutral in nature
• Traditionally used to harmonize herbal blends in decoctions and teas
• Versatile for herbal tea, soup, congee, and traditional decoction preparation

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a reddish-brown outer skin with a pale yellow to light tan cut surface and a firm, fibrous texture. The aroma is mildly sweet and earthy, and brewed slices typically yield a naturally sweet, mellow taste with a smooth finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water for a naturally sweet herbal tea
• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions with other botanicals
• Add to soups and broths for a mellow sweetness
• Cook into congee or grain porridge for traditional daily use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gan Cao is one of the most frequently used roots, traditionally valued for harmonizing the actions of other herbs in a formula. It is commonly added to decoctions, soups, and daily teas, and is often paired with chrysanthemum, goji berries, or jujube dates in folk preparations. Its natural sweetness has also made it a traditional ingredient in seasonal drinks and culinary herbal recipes.

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