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Dan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile) — Dried Bamboo Leaf Herb for Tea & Decoction

Name: Dan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile) — Dried Bamboo Leaf Herb for Tea &amp; Decoction
SKU: C1688-994789270095
Price: 6.70 HKD
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$6.70

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Description

Dan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile), also known as Golden Bamboo Leaf or Dan Zhu Mi, is the dried leaf of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Dàn Zhú Yè (淡竹叶). For centuries, Dan Zhu Ye has been prized as a cooling, heat-clearing, and spirit-quieting herb, used to ease restlessness, support clear urination, and soothe the heart in warm seasons. Its nature is sweet, bland, and slightly cold, making it a gentle yet refreshing herb for clearing summer heat and harmonizing the Heart and Small Intestine channels.

Dan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile) — Dried Bamboo Leaf Herb for Tea & Decoction overview

Key Selling Points

Traditional heat-clearing food herb
Dried Golden Bamboo Leaf from Sichuan
Lophatherum gracile
Suitable for tea, decoction, and summer blends
Naturally sun-dried, clean quality

Dan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile) — Dried Bamboo Leaf Herb for Tea & Decoction key features

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is naturally sun-dried to preserve its pale green color, light crisp texture, and mild grassy aroma. When brewed, the leaves yield a clear, pale golden infusion with a gentle, subtly sweet and refreshing taste, leaving a clean, cooling finish on the palate.

Dan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile) — Dried Bamboo Leaf Herb for Tea & Decoction quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type	Dried Herb Leaf
Common Name	Dan Zhu Ye
Botanical Name	Lophatherum gracile
Origin	Sichuan, China
Net Weight	500g
Processing	Naturally Sun-Dried

Dan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile) — Dried Bamboo Leaf Herb for Tea & Decoction specifications

Usage Scenarios

Herbal tea and summer cooling blends
Traditional decoction with other herbs
Congee and light soup
Daily warm-season refreshment
Herbal tea blend ingredient

Dan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile) — Dried Bamboo Leaf Herb for Tea & Decoction in use

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Dan Zhu Ye is decocted alone or with other cooling herbs to make a light, refreshing tea for warm weather. It is often combined with lotus leaf, chrysanthemum, or honeysuckle in summer tea blends, and added to congee or light soups for daily seasonal nourishment. As a daily tea, it is brewed simply with hot water for a mild, grassy infusion.

Dan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile) — Dried Bamboo Leaf Herb for Tea & Decoction preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is Dan Zhu Ye?

A: Dan Zhu Ye is the common Chinese name for the dried leaf of Lophatherum gracile, also called Golden Bamboo Leaf. It is a traditional food herb used in tea and decoction.

Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Dan Zhu Ye?

A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Dan Zhu Ye is associated with clearing heat, promoting fluid, and calming restlessness. It is often used in summer teas and light decoctions for daily seasonal refreshment.

Q: How do I use dried Dan Zhu Ye?

A: Rinse the leaves and brew them in hot water as a tea, or simmer them briefly with other herbs in a decoction. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.