San Leng Three Edges Rhizome Dried Slices Traditional TCM Herb 500g Bag

San Leng (三棱), also called Jing San Leng, is the dried rhizome of Sparganium stoloniferum, a classic herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. In TCM theory it is pungent and bitter in flavor with a neutral nature, traditionally associated with the liver and spleen channels. These dried slices are supplied as a food-grade raw botanical for decoction and herbal formulas. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic San Leng (三棱) dried rhizome slices from Sparganium stoloniferum
• Classic TCM herb traditionally used in blood-moving and stagnation-resolving formulas
• Nitrogen-flushed packaging helps preserve freshness during 12-month shelf life
• Supplied as a 500g bag of raw decoction pieces for herbal practice
• Suitable for decoctions, powders, and traditional formula preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically the slices are pale yellowish-white to grayish-white with a hard, dense texture and faint starchy aroma. When decocted, the liquid is usually mild and slightly bitter with a subtle astringent note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions following a practitioner's guidance
• Combine with other TCM herbs in traditional formulas
• Grind into powder for external or formula use as directed
• Use in seasonal herbal preparations under professional advice

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, San Leng is traditionally used to break up blood stasis and move qi stagnation, often paired with E Zhu (莪术) in classical formulas. It is commonly prepared by decoction, sometimes vinegar-processed to enhance its traditional action. Practitioners may include it in formulas addressing abdominal masses and food stagnation. Use only under professional guidance due to its strong traditional action.

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