Cat’s Claw Root Mao Zhao Cao Dried Herb 500g Water Washed Natural Sun Dried

Cat's Claw Root, known in TCM as Mao Zhao Cao (猫爪草), from Ranunculus ternatus, is the dried root tuber of a small buttercup herb. Traditionally associated with dispersing nodules and supporting the throat and neck area in TCM theory, it is mildly sweet and slightly warm in nature. These small claw-shaped tubers are water washed and naturally sun dried, suitable for decoction use under professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Mao Zhao Cao dried root tubers from Henan, a recognized producing region
• Botanical source Ranunculus ternatus with characteristic small claw-shaped tubers
• Water washed and naturally sun dried with no sulfur fumigation
• Traditionally used in TCM to soften hardness and disperse nodules
• Sold as edible agricultural product with 12 month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

The tubers are typically small, clustered, and claw-like, pale yellowish brown to grayish brown with a firm, dry texture. They carry a faint earthy aroma, and when decocted the liquid typically has a mild, slightly sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Combined with other herbs in slow cooked soups
• Brewed as a mild herbal tea after decoction
• Used in seasonal wellness recipes under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Mao Zhao Cao is traditionally associated with dispersing nodules, reducing swelling, and easing throat discomfort. It is commonly decocted alone or paired with herbs such as Xia Ku Cao for neck and thyroid related concerns in traditional formulas. Folk use also includes adding it to soups or congee during seasonal wellness routines.

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