Premium Cordyceps Sinensis Gift Box 50 Stems 16.7g Dong Chong Xia Cao for Traditional Herbal Soups

Premium Cordyceps, known in TCM as Dong Chong Xia Cao (冬虫夏草), from Ophiocordyceps sinensis, is a dried fungus-insect complex. This 16.7g gift box contains 50 whole stems. In TCM theory it is considered sweet and warm, entering the Lung and Kidney channels. Traditionally used in small amounts in soups or decoctions. This product is a food ingredient and not a medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Identified in TCM as Dong Chong Xia Cao (冬虫夏草), the classic cordyceps fungus-insect complex
• Gift box contains 50 whole stems with a total net weight of 16.7g
• Whole unbroken stems selected for a premium gift presentation
• Traditionally used in TCM soups and decoctions
• Sourced from Ningxia and packed in a protective gift box

Quality & Sensory

Whole dried cordyceps stems are typically golden-brown to dark brown with a firm, slightly leathery texture and a mild earthy aroma. When simmered in soup or decocted, they impart a subtle savory note and a gentle, slightly sweet taste. Color and size may vary slightly between batches.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal soups
• Added to decoctions with other herbs
• Cooked in congee
• Used in seasonal tonic food preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Dong Chong Xia Cao is traditionally used in small amounts to support Lung and Kidney function. It is commonly simmered in soups with lean meat or chicken, added to congee, or combined with herbs such as wolfberry and Chinese yam. It is often reserved for seasonal tonic preparations and special occasions.

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