Dried Cat Whiskers Herb Mao Xu Cao 500g Yunnan Grown Loose Herbal Tea

Dried Cat Whiskers herb, known in TCM as Mao Xu Cao (猫须草), from Orthosiphon aristatus. This Yunnan-grown product is the dried aerial part of the plant, supplied as loose dried herb. In TCM theory it is considered cooling and is traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting urinary wellness. It is commonly prepared as a simple herbal tea or added to decoctions for daily traditional use.

Key Selling Points

• Identified in TCM as Mao Xu Cao (猫须草), the dried aerial parts of Orthosiphon aristatus
• Sourced from Yunnan, China, and supplied as loose dried herb
• Traditionally used in TCM to clear heat and support urinary tract wellness
• Convenient 500g pack suitable for making herbal tea or decoctions
• Simple preparation by steeping or simmering in water

Quality & Sensory

The dried herb typically has a greenish-brown color with a coarse leafy texture and a mild, earthy aroma. When brewed, the liquor is typically light amber with a gentle, slightly bitter herbal taste. Actual batch characteristics may vary.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a daily herbal tea
• Simmer in water to make a traditional decoction
• Add to soups or congee for a mild herbal note
• Combine with other cooling herbs in a seasonal tea blend

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Mao Xu Cao is considered cooling and is traditionally used to clear heat and support urinary health. It is often prepared as a simple tea or decoction, sometimes paired with herbs like corn silk or plantain seed. Folk practice includes using it as a daily herbal infusion, especially in warm seasons.

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