Dried Costus Root Slices Mu Xiang 500g Sichuan Herbal Decoction Pieces

Dried Costus Root Slices, known in TCM as Mu Xiang (木香), from Aucklandia lappa (syn. Saussurea costus), the dried root cut into slices. Traditionally associated with regulating qi and relieving food stagnation, this warm, pungent and bitter herb is traditionally linked to the spleen, stomach and large intestine channels. Sourced from Sichuan and dried for clean, ready-to-decoct slices. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Mu Xiang (木香) costus root slices from Sichuan
• Botanical source Aucklandia lappa, dried root cut into slices
• Cleaned and dried slices suitable for decoction pieces
• Traditionally used in TCM to regulate qi and support digestion
• Convenient 500g bulk bag for herbal formulas and daily decoctions

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a yellowish-brown to greyish-brown surface with a dense, firm texture and fine radial markings. The aroma is characteristically strong and aromatic, and the decoction typically yields a pungent, slightly bitter taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other qi-regulating herbs
• Add to soup packs for traditional digestive broths
• Use in congee or culinary recipes following traditional practice
• Prepare as part of seasonal herbal formulas under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Mu Xiang is traditionally used to move qi and alleviate pain and food stagnation, often paired with herbs such as Chen Pi or Sha Ren in digestive formulas. It is a common ingredient in classic decoctions and soup packs, and is traditionally included in seasonal blends during times of heavy or greasy meals. Preparation typically involves brief decoction added near the end of cooking.

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