Dried Du Huo Slices 500g Angelica Pubescens Root Traditional Herbal Decoction Ingredient

Dried Du Huo (独活) slices, the root of Angelica pubescens, a classic bitter-pungent warming herb in TCM traditionally associated with the kidney and bladder channels. These cut root slices are suited for decoctions, soups, and herbal formulas, and are commonly paired with other roots in traditional practice. Store in a cool dry place and use according to guidance from a qualified herbal practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Du Huo (独活) dried root slices from Angelica pubescens
• Cut and ready for decoction, soup, or herbal formula preparation
• Bitter-pungent warming herb traditionally used in TCM practice
• Nitrogen-flushed packaging with a 12-month shelf life
• Sold as a 500g bag of edible agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a grayish-brown to yellowish-brown surface with a firm, fibrous texture and a distinctive aromatic, slightly camphor-like aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a bitter, pungent, warming taste characteristic of this root.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked herbal soups
• Incorporated into multi-herb TCM formulas
• Ground into powder for external herbal applications

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Du Huo is traditionally regarded as a warming, bitter-pungent root associated with dispelling wind-dampness and supporting the lower body. It is a familiar ingredient in classical decoction formulas and is often paired with herbs such as Sang Ji Sheng and Du Zhong in traditional practice. It has also been used in folk herbalism for seasonal warming soups and external washes.

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