Dried Atractylodes Macrocephala Root Slices Bai Zhu 250g Bottle for Traditional Herbal Decoction

Dried Atractylodes Root Slices, known in TCM as Bai Zhu (白术), from Atractylodes macrocephala. This 250g bottled product contains sliced dried rhizome, a classic Chinese herbal decoction piece. In TCM theory, Bai Zhu is warm and sweet-bitter, entering the Spleen and Stomach channels, traditionally used to support digestive wellness and fortify Qi. It is commonly simmered in soups or decoctions with other herbs such as Bai Shao, Fu Ling, and Gan Cao.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Bai Zhu (白术), the dried rhizome of Atractylodes macrocephala
• 250g bottled pack of sliced decoction pieces, ready for traditional preparation
• Warm, sweet-bitter TCM nature associated with the Spleen and Stomach channels
• Traditionally used in classic formulas such as San Bai Tang with Bai Shao and Fu Ling
• Suitable for simmering in herbal soups, congee, or daily decoctions

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically off-white to pale yellowish, firm and slightly fibrous in texture, with a mild earthy aroma. When decocted or simmered, they impart a subtle sweet-bitter taste to the broth. Actual batch color and aroma may vary slightly due to natural agricultural variation.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions with other TCM herbs
• Added to soups or congee for a mild herbal note
• Combined with Bai Shao, Fu Ling, and Gan Cao in a San Bai Tang style preparation
• Used in seasonal home cooking as a culinary herb

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Bai Zhu is traditionally used to fortify the Spleen and support digestive function. It is often decocted with herbs such as Fu Ling, Bai Shao, and Gan Cao in classic formulas. Folk practice also includes adding it to soups, congee, or daily herbal teas for seasonal wellness. It is typically simmered for 20-30 minutes before serving.

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