Desert Cistanche Stem Slices Rou Cong Rong Autumn Harvest 500g

Dried Desert Cistanche stem slices, known in TCM as Rou Cong Rong (肉苁蓉), from Cistanche deserticola. Harvested in autumn from the Alxa desert region of Inner Mongolia, these sliced stems are a classic kidney-tonifying herb. In TCM theory, Rou Cong Rong is sweet and salty in flavor, warm in nature, and enters the Kidney and Large Intestine channels. Traditionally used in decoctions and soups, it is valued for supporting kidney yang and moistening the intestines.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Cistanche deserticola from Inner Mongolia Alxa desert region
• Autumn-harvested desert cistanche with total glycosides at least 1%
• Sliced dried stem form ready for decoction soup or tea
• Traditional TCM herb known as Rou Cong Rong entering Kidney and Large Intestine channels
• 500g bulk pack with 2-year shelf life stored at room temperature

Quality & Sensory

Slices are typically brownish to dark brown with a slightly fibrous texture and a mild earthy aroma. After decoction the liquid is typically light brown with a subtly sweet and mild taste. Actual batch color and aroma may vary slightly by harvest.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal decoctions
• Added to nourishing soups
• Cooked into congee
• Brewed as a daily herbal tea

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Rou Cong Rong is traditionally used in decoctions and soups to support kidney yang and nourish essence. It is often paired with herbs such as Gou Qi Zi or Shan Yao in tonic formulas. Folk practice also simmers the slices with meat in winter soups or cooks them into congee for seasonal nourishment.

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