Codonopsis Root Dang Shen 500g Gansu Premium Dried Herb for Tea Soup and Decoction

Dried Codonopsis Root, known in TCM as Dang Shen (党参), from Codonopsis pilosula. This 500g pack combines 250g of codonopsis with 250g of white zhu (白术, Atractylodes macrocephala) in a traditional pairing. In TCM theory, dang shen is sweet and neutral and is traditionally associated with supporting qi and the spleen and lung channels. Sun-dried whole roots are suitable for teas, decoctions, and culinary use. This product is a food-grade agricultural item and is not intended to replace medication.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Gansu-grown codonopsis root, sun-dried to preserve its natural character
• Traditional pairing of dang shen (党参) and bai zhu (白术) in a 250g plus 250g combination
• Botanical sources Codonopsis pilosula and Atractylodes macrocephala, root form
• Versatile for herbal tea, soup, congee, and decoction preparation
• Food-grade agricultural product with a 12-month shelf life under normal storage

Quality & Sensory

The roots typically show a yellowish-brown to grayish-brown exterior with fine longitudinal wrinkles and a soft, slightly flexible texture. The aroma is typically mild and sweet-earthy. When simmered, the liquor is typically light amber with a gentle, sweet, slightly starchy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a daily herbal tea or tonic decoction
• Add to slow-cooked soups with poultry, pork, or vegetables
• Cook into congee or rice porridge for a traditional herbal meal
• Use in culinary broths and stews during seasonal changes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, dang shen and bai zhu are a classic pairing traditionally associated with tonifying qi and supporting the spleen and stomach. The combination is commonly simmered in decoctions, added to nourishing soups such as four-herb style broths, or cooked into congee. Traditionally used in daily wellness routines, especially during seasonal transitions or periods of fatigue, and often paired with other tonic roots in folk herbal cooking.

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