Cistanche Slices Rou Cong Rong Dried Herb for Wine Infusion and Decoction 500g Alxa Inner Mongolia

Cistanche Slices, known in TCM as Rou Cong Rong (肉苁蓉), from Cistanche deserticola, are dried slices of a succulent desert parasitic stem traditionally valued as a kidney-yang tonic. Soft-textured and sweet-salty in nature, this herb is traditionally associated with the kidney and large intestine channels. Commonly used in herbal wine, decoctions, and soups. Store refrigerated and consult a practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Cistanche deserticola stem slices from Alxa, Inner Mongolia
• Known in TCM as Rou Cong Rong (肉苁蓉), a classic kidney-yang supporting herb
• Soft succulent slices, dried and cut for convenient preparation
• Traditionally used in medicinal wine, decoctions, and herbal soups
• Sold as a 500g bag of loose slices for flexible home use

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a brownish outer surface with a darker, fleshy interior and a dense yet pliable texture. The aroma is mildly earthy and sweet, and decocted liquid typically carries a slightly sweet, faintly salty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Infuse slices into grain liquor or wine for traditional herbal wine
• Simmer in decoctions with other tonic herbs
• Add to slow-cooked soups and stews
• Use in congee or seasonal tonic recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Rou Cong Rong is traditionally used to tonify kidney yang, benefit essence and blood, and moisten the intestines. It is a common ingredient in yang-tonifying formulas and is often paired with herbs such as Suo Yang (锁阳), goji berry, and deer antler. Traditionally prepared by decoction, wine infusion, or slow cooking with meats, it is also used in winter tonic soups.

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