Dried Gaoben Ligusticum Root Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction

Dried Gaoben (藁本, Gǎo Běn), the root and rhizome of Ligusticum jeholense, is a classic Chinese herbal material supplied as machine-cut slices. In TCM theory it is pungent in flavor and warm in nature, traditionally associated with releasing the exterior and dispelling wind-damp. This 500g pack suits herbal shops, decoction blending, and traditional wellness preparation. Store in a cool dry place; consult a qualified practitioner before use, especially for special populations.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Gaoben (藁本) dried root and rhizome sourced from Liaoning, China
• Botanical source Ligusticum jeholense, a recognized TCM exterior-releasing herb
• Machine-cut slices with uniform pieces for easy decoction and blending
• Traditionally used in TCM to dispel wind-damp and support exterior release
• Generous 500g bulk pack with 12-month shelf life under cool dry storage

Quality & Sensory

Typically the slices show a grayish-brown to yellowish-brown surface with a fibrous, slightly rugged texture and a distinctive pungent, aromatic scent. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a warm, spicy-fragrant character typical of this acrid herb.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions following practitioner guidance
• Blend into customized TCM formulas with other exterior-releasing herbs
• Prepare as a warm seasonal herbal drink in small amounts
• Stock for herbal shops and apothecary dispensing

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gaoben is traditionally used to release the exterior, dispel wind-cold, and overcome dampness, and it is traditionally associated with the bladder channel. It commonly appears in classical decoction formulas alongside herbs such as Qiang Huo (Notopterygium) and Fang Feng (Saposhnikovia). The cut slices are typically simmered in water as part of a prescribed formula rather than consumed alone.

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