Sappan Wood Su Mu 苏木 Dried Herb Slices Natural Dye and Decoction Herb 500g

Sappan Wood, known in TCM as Su Mu (苏木), is the dried heartwood of Caesalpinia sappan. This bulk herb is naturally sun-dried and sulfur-free, supplied as reddish wood pieces suitable for decoction, grinding into powder, or traditional dyeing. In TCM theory Su Mu is associated with moving blood and easing stagnation. Store in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Su Mu 苏木 sappan heartwood supplied as bulk dried herb
• Botanical source Caesalpinia sappan with naturally sun-dried processing
• Sulfur-free new-crop wood pieces with rich reddish color
• Traditionally used in TCM decoctions and valued as a natural dye material
• Can be ground into powder for herbal formulas or craft use

Quality & Sensory

Pieces typically show a deep red to reddish-brown heartwood with a hard dense texture and faint natural woody aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a warm reddish hue with a mild slightly astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Ground into powder for herbal formulas
• Used as a natural dye for fabrics and crafts
• Incorporated into seasonal herbal soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Su Mu is traditionally associated with invigorating blood circulation, dispelling stasis, and reducing swelling, and it is often included in formulas for traumatic injury and postpartum patterns. It is typically decocted with other herbs and is also a well-known natural red dye in folk use. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.

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