Dried Lily Bulb Bai He 500g Edible Herb Food Grade
Price range: $15.92 through $27.38
Description
Dried Lily Bulb, known in TCM as Bai He (百合), from Lilium brownii, is a food-grade dried bulb prepared by natural sun-drying. In TCM theory it is sweet and slightly cold in nature and traditionally associated with the lung and heart channels. It is commonly used in soups, congee, and herbal teas, and is suitable for daily culinary and traditional wellness use.
Key Selling Points
- Food-grade dried lily bulb suitable for both culinary and traditional herbal use
- Known in TCM as Bai He (百合) from Lilium brownii
- Naturally sun-dried with no sulfur fumigation
- Sourced from Gansu province, a recognized lily-growing region
- 500g bulk pack with an 18-month shelf life
Quality & Sensory
The dried bulbs are typically ivory white to pale yellow with a firm, slightly translucent texture and a clean, mild botanical aroma. When simmered, they typically turn soft and starchy with a gentle, subtly sweet taste.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Edible dried herb |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 百合 |
| Pinyin | Bai He |
| Botanical Name | Lilium brownii |
| Plant Part | Bulb |
| Net Weight | 500 g |
Usage Scenarios
- Simmered into soups with lotus seed or snow fungus
- Cooked into congee with rice or millet
- Steeped as a mild herbal tea with rock sugar
- Added to sweet desserts and seasonal dishes
Traditional Uses
In TCM practice, Bai He is traditionally used to nourish yin and moisten the lung, and is traditionally associated with calming the spirit. It is a common ingredient in autumn and winter cooking, often paired with tremella, lotus seed, goji berry, or pear in soups, congee, and steamed dishes. It is also included in classic food-therapy preparations for daily wellness.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: This is 500g of food-grade dried lily bulb, known in TCM as Bai He (百合), from Lilium brownii. It is a raw edible botanical sold as an agricultural food product.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory, Bai He is sweet and slightly cold and traditionally associated with the lung and heart channels. It has long been used in food therapy for nourishing yin and moistening the lung.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It is commonly simmered in soups and congee or steeped as a mild tea. Rinse before use and cook until the bulbs turn soft and tender.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Selected dried lilies 500g, Dried lily goods, Lanzhou lily edible 500g, Medicinal and edible dragon tooth lily 500g |
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