Chai Hu Dried Bupleurum Root Tea Herb 1000g Traditional Chinese Herbal Decoction Ingredient

Chai Hu (柴胡), known as Bupleurum Root, is the dried root of Bupleurum chinense, a classic herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. In TCM theory it is bitter in flavor and slightly cold in nature, traditionally associated with soothing liver qi and resolving stagnation. These sun-dried root pieces are suitable for decoction or herbal tea preparation. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Chai Hu (柴胡) dried Bupleurum chinense root pieces
• Sun-dried whole root form suitable for decoction pieces
• Traditional TCM herb associated with soothing liver qi
• Bitter flavor and slightly cold nature in TCM theory
• 1000g bulk pack ideal for herbal tea and decoction use

Quality & Sensory

Typically light brown to grayish-brown root segments with a firm, fibrous texture and a faint herbal aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a mildly bitter, earthy taste characteristic of Bupleurum root.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Brewed as a mild herbal tea infusion
• Combined with other TCM herbs in formulas
• Used in seasonal wellness soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Chai Hu is traditionally used to harmonize shaoyang and soothe liver qi stagnation, often appearing in classic formulas such as Xiao Chai Hu Tang. It is commonly paired with herbs like Scutellaria, Pinellia, and White Peony, and simmered in decoctions or taken as a light herbal tea during seasonal transitions.

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