Dried Lily Bulb Bai He 500g Hunan Sun Dried Sulfur Free Edible Herb for Soup Tea and Congee

Dried Lily Bulb, known in TCM as Bai He (百合), from Lilium brownii, prepared from the fleshy bulb scales. In TCM theory, Bai He is sweet and slightly cold in nature and traditionally associated with the heart and lung channels. Traditionally valued in herbal cooking and decoctions, it is commonly simmered in soups, congee, and teas. This listing is a food-grade dried botanical and is not intended to replace medical treatment.

Key Selling Points

• Single-ingredient dried lily bulb scales with no added sulfur treatment
• Botanical source Lilium brownii with Chinese name Bai He (百合)
• Naturally sun dried to preserve the traditional appearance of the scales
• Sourced from Hunan, a recognized region for edible and medicinal lily bulb
• Versatile 500g pack suitable for soups, congee, teas, and herbal decoctions

Quality & Sensory

The dried scales are typically ivory white to pale yellow with a slightly translucent edge and a firm, brittle texture. They carry a mild, starchy botanical aroma and, after simmering, typically turn soft and tender with a gently sweet, mildly earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into sweet soups and desserts such as lily bulb and rock sugar preparations
• Cooked into congee with rice or grains
• Added to herbal soups and slow-cooked broths
• Steeped as a light herbal tea with other dried botanicals

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Bai He has long been included in household cooking and herbal decoctions, often paired with ingredients such as lotus seed, tremella, goji berry, or pear in soups, congee, and sweet tonics. It is a familiar ingredient in autumn and winter seasonal dishes, where dried bulb scales are simmered until soft and served in both savory broths and sweet preparations.

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