Dried Elm Bark Yu Bai Pi Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and External Wash 250g

Dried Elm Bark, known in TCM as Yu Bai Pi (榆白皮), sourced from the bark of Ulmus pumila and related elm species. This dried bark material is traditionally associated with supporting dampness resolution and is valued in folk herbal practice. In TCM theory it is considered neutral in nature and sweet in flavor. Suitable for decoction, external wash, or grinding into powder under professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried elm bark known in TCM as Yu Bai Pi (榆白皮)
• Botanical source from Ulmus pumila and related elm species
• Traditionally used in Chinese folk herbal practice for decoction and external wash
• Carefully dried bark pieces suitable for grinding into powder
• 250g pack of new-crop dried bark stored in cool dry conditions

Quality & Sensory

The bark pieces typically appear grayish-brown to pale tan with a fibrous, slightly curled texture. They carry a mild, faintly sweet aroma, and when decocted the liquid typically tastes mildly sweet and slightly astringent.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into a traditional herbal decoction
• Grind into powder for further preparation
• Prepare as an external wash for hair and scalp
• Use in folk herbal formulas under professional guidance

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, elm bark has long been used in decoctions and external washes. It was traditionally associated with supporting the body's natural balance of dampness and was commonly prepared by simmering the bark or grinding it into fine powder. Folk use also includes combining it with other herbs in seasonal washes and topical applications.

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