Wild Chuanshanlong Dried Dioscorea Nipponica Root 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea

Chuanshanlong (穿山龙) is the dried rhizome of Dioscorea nipponica, a wild-harvested root traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory it is associated with sweet and bitter flavors and a warm nature, traditionally linked to the liver and lung channels. This pre-packaged 500g lot is sun-dried and suitable for decoction, soup, or herbal tea preparation under professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Wild-harvested Chuanshanlong (穿山龙) dried rhizome from Dioscorea nipponica
• Sun-dried whole root pieces suitable for decoction pieces and herbal tea
• Traditionally used in TCM for joint and sinew support under professional guidance
• Pre-packaged 500g lot with 12-month shelf life when stored frozen
• Versatile raw herb for soups, decoctions, and seasonal herbal preparations

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-brown to grayish-brown in color with a hard, fibrous, slightly knobby texture. The dried rhizome has a faint earthy aroma, and when decocted it typically yields a mild, slightly bitter and astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked soups with other roots
• Brewed as a mild herbal tea after decoction
• Incorporated into seasonal tonic recipes

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese herbal practice, Chuanshanlong has long been used in decoctions and medicinal soups, often paired with herbs such as Du Zhong or Niu Xi in joint and sinew formulas. It is traditionally associated with dispelling wind-dampness and supporting flexible movement. Folk use also includes preparing it as a daily herbal tea during damp or cold seasons.

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