Tian Men Dong Dried Asparagus Root 500g Peeled TCM Herb for Decoction and Herbal Wine

Dried Asparagus Root, known in TCM as Tian Men Dong (天门冬), from Asparagus cochinchinensis. These peeled dried root tubers are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient, traditionally associated with nourishing yin and moistening dryness. In TCM theory Tian Dong is sweet and bitter in flavor with a cold nature, entering the lung and kidney channels. Suitable for decoctions, herbal wines, and traditional formulas; consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Classic TCM root herb Tian Men Dong supplied as peeled dried root tubers
• Botanical source Asparagus cochinchinensis, a traditional Chinese medicinal root
• 500g value pack suitable for decoctions, soups, and herbal wine infusions
• Peeled processing offers a clean ready-to-use form for home preparation
• Traditionally associated with nourishing yin and moistening dryness in TCM

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried tubers are yellowish-white to pale yellow with a semi-translucent, slightly sticky texture and a firm yet pliable feel. They carry a faint characteristic herbal aroma, and when simmered or steeped they yield a mild, sweet-bitter taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Steep as a base for traditional herbal wine
• Add to slow-cooked nourishing soups
• Use in classical TCM formulas at home under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Tian Dong has long been used in yin-nourishing decoctions and tonic wines, often paired with Mai Dong (Ophiopogon root) or Sheng Di Huang (Rehmannia root). It is a familiar ingredient in autumn and winter herbal cooking, added to slow-simmered soups and congee in folk tradition.

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