Red Ginseng Slices Hong Shen 500g Dried Root Slices for Tea and Decoction

Red Ginseng Slices, known in TCM as Hong Shen (红参), are dried and steamed root slices of Panax ginseng. Traditionally associated with tonifying qi and supporting vitality in TCM practice, red ginseng is considered warm in nature with a sweet and slightly bitter flavor. These slices are suitable for teas, decoctions, soups, or chewing, and can be incorporated into daily herbal routines.

Key Selling Points

• Dried red ginseng root slices prepared by steaming and drying
• Botanical source Panax ginseng with Chinese name Hong Shen (红参)
• Traditionally used in TCM to tonify qi and support vitality
• Convenient slice form for tea, decoction, soup, or direct chewing
• Multiple package sizes available for home or wholesale use

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a reddish-brown to amber color with a firm, dense texture and a faint ginseng aroma. When brewed or simmered, the taste is typically sweet with a distinct slightly bitter and warming finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water for a daily herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions or tonic soups
• Add to congee or slow-cooked dishes
• Chew a slice directly as a traditional practice

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, red ginseng is traditionally used to tonify yuan qi, strengthen the spleen and lung, and support vitality during fatigue or recovery. It is commonly simmered alone or paired with herbs such as goji berry, astragalus, or dried longan in decoctions and soups. Slices may also be added to chicken soup or congee, especially in autumn and winter.

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