Shi Shang Bai Dried Selaginella Herb 500g Sliced Whole Plant for Decoction and Tea

Shi Shang Bai (石上柏), the dried whole plant of Selaginella doederleinii, is a traditional Chinese herb supplied as clean sliced pieces. In TCM theory it is considered bitter, mildly cold, and associated with the Lung and Liver channels. Traditionally used in decoctions and herbal formulas, it is valued in folk practice for clearing heat and supporting the body's natural balance. Store in a cool, dry place and use under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Shi Shang Bai (石上柏) dried herb, sliced for convenient preparation
• Botanical source Selaginella doederleinii, a traditional Chinese medicinal plant
• Traditionally associated with clearing heat in TCM practice
• Carefully cut slices with deep green color and natural herbal aroma
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and formula blending

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a deep green to dark green color with a dry, brittle texture and a faint grassy aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a light greenish-brown hue with a mildly bitter, earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into a traditional herbal decoction
• Brew as a simple herbal tea
• Blend into multi-herb formulas under practitioner guidance
• Use in seasonal wellness preparations

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Shi Shang Bai has long been used in decoctions, often simmered alone or combined with other cooling herbs. Folk herbalism traditionally associates it with clearing heat and resolving dampness, and it appears in seasonal wellness routines. Preparation typically involves simmering the sliced herb in water; exact amounts and duration are best determined with a qualified practitioner.

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