Xuan Jing Shi (Selenite / Gypsum-like Mineral) — Traditional Chinese Mineral Herb, 500g

Xuan Jing Shi (玄精石), also written as Yuan Jing Shi (元精石), Yuan Jing Shi (元晶石), or Xuan Jing Shi (玄晶石), is a traditional mineral substance used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), historically described as a small-form gypsum-like mineral formed over long ages. In classical TCM literature, it is classified among mineral herbs (矿物药) and has been prized for its cooling, settling, and fluid-regulating properties. Its nature is traditionally described as cold and salty, making it a mineral herb used in decoctions and traditional formulas.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional Chinese mineral herb (矿物药)
• Historically known as a small-form gypsum-like mineral
• Sourced from Hebei, China
• 500g value pack for decoction use
• 18-month shelf life at room temperature

Quality & Sensory

Each batch of Xuan Jing Shi is carefully selected and processed to preserve its characteristic mineral appearance—pale, slightly translucent, and crystalline in texture. When decocted, it releases a mild mineral taste and is traditionally combined with other herbs in formula. The material is clean, dry, and free of visible impurities.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional herbal decoctions
• Mineral herb formulas
• TCM practitioner-prescribed blends
• Herbal preparation for external use
• Traditional Chinese medicine study and practice

Traditional Uses

In classical TCM practice, Xuan Jing Shi is traditionally decocted with other herbs in mineral-containing formulas. It is described in historical texts as a mineral that cools and settles, and is often paired with herbs that clear heat or regulate fluids. In folk practice, it has been used in decoctions for conditions associated with internal heat and mineral imbalance, always under the guidance of a TCM practitioner.

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