Dragon Bone Long Gu Dried TCM Herb Natural Sun Dried Calcined or Raw Form for Decoction Use 500g

Dragon Bone, known in TCM as Long Gu (龙骨), is a traditional mineral-based herbal material supplied in its natural dried form. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with calming the spirit and steadying the mind, and it is commonly used in classical decoctions. This listing offers 500 grams of carefully selected Long Gu, suitable for traditional herbal preparation under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Long Gu (龙骨) supplied as a traditional TCM mineral ingredient
• Naturally sun dried without sulfur fumigation treatment
• Available in raw or calcined form to suit different traditional preparations
• Can be ground into powder for external or formulation use
• 500 gram bulk pack ideal for herbal shops and decoction preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale grey to off-white in color with a hard, dense texture and a stony, mineral-like character. Calcined pieces are usually lighter and more porous. When decocted, it typically imparts a neutral, mineral taste with no strong aroma.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Ground into powder for external or formulation use
• Combined with other TCM herbs in classical formulas
• Used in traditional herbal preparations under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Long Gu is traditionally associated with calming the spirit, anchoring floating yang, and supporting emotional balance. It is a classic ingredient in formulas such as Gui Zhi Gan Cao Long Gu Mu Li Tang and is often paired with oyster shell (Mu Li). Traditionally prepared by long simmering in decoctions, with calcined Long Gu commonly used in external applications.

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