Dried Astragalus Root Slices Huang Qi 100g Bottle for Herbal Tea and Soup

Dried Astragalus Root Slices, known in TCM as Huang Qi (黄芪), from Astragalus membranaceus. These sliced roots are a classic Qi-tonifying herb traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory, Huang Qi is sweet in flavor and slightly warm in nature, entering the Spleen and Lung channels. The slices are suited for decoctions, soups, and daily herbal teas as part of a balanced wellness routine.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Huang Qi (黄芪), the dried root of Astragalus membranaceus
• Sliced form ready for decoction, soup, or tea preparation
• Traditionally used in TCM as a Qi-tonifying herb
• Sourced from Minxian, Gansu, a well-known Astragalus growing region
• Convenient 100g bottled packaging for home storage

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a pale yellow to light brown color with a firm, fibrous texture. They have a mild, earthy aroma and a subtly sweet taste when decocted or brewed. As a natural agricultural product, color and slice size may vary slightly between batches.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal decoctions with other TCM herbs
• Added to soups and stews as a culinary herb
• Brewed as a daily herbal tea
• Cooked into congee for a traditional nourishing dish

Traditional Uses

In TCM tradition, Huang Qi is often decocted alone or combined with herbs such as Dang Shen, Gou Qi Zi, or Dang Gui. It is commonly added to chicken or pork soups, congee, and long-simmered broths. Traditional practice associates it with supporting Qi and vitality as part of a balanced diet and lifestyle.

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