Dried Gleditsia Thorn Slices Zao Jiao Ci 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Decoction Pieces

Dried Gleditsia Thorn Slices, known in TCM as Zao Jiao Ci (皂角刺), cut from the thorny stems of Gleditsia sinensis. These sliced decoction pieces are a classic Chinese herbal material traditionally associated with unblocking meridians and dispelling wind. In TCM theory they are acrid in flavor and warm in nature. Store in a cool dry place and use under professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Zao Jiao Ci 皂角刺 cut from Gleditsia sinensis thorny stems
• Sliced processing form suitable for decoction and herbal formulas
• A traditional TCM herb valued in classical Chinese herbal practice
• 500g pack sized for home decoction or herbal shop use
• Sold as a food-grade agricultural product with 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Typically the slices show a hard woody texture with a pale yellowish-brown to reddish-brown surface and visible grain. They have little aroma, and decocted liquid typically carries a mild, slightly acrid herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to prescribed multi-herb formulas
• Used in folk herbal preparations under practitioner guidance
• Stored as a pantry staple for seasonal herbal use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Zao Jiao Ci is traditionally associated with dispelling wind and unblocking channels, and it appears in classical formulas often paired with herbs such as Huang Qi or Dang Gui depending on the prescription. It is typically simmered in water decoctions rather than eaten directly. Traditional use should follow the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

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