Dried Lu Xian Cao 鹿衔草 Pyrola Herb Whole Plant Traditional TCM Herbal Tea and Decoction Ingredient

Dried Pyrola Herb, known in TCM as Lu Xian Cao (鹿衔草), from Pyrola calliantha, typically the dried whole plant with leaves and stems. Traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice, it is considered bitter and mild in nature and traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels. Commonly used in decoctions, herbal teas, and soup preparations. Store sealed in a cool dry place or refrigerated.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Lu Xian Cao 鹿衔草 whole herb supplied as edible agricultural produce
• Botanical source Pyrola calliantha, a traditional Chinese medicinal herb
• Traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels in TCM theory
• Whole dried plant form suitable for decoction pieces and herbal tea brewing
• Bulk wholesale availability with generous pricing for larger orders

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried herb shows dark green to brownish green leaves with slender stems, a dry brittle texture, and a faint grassy aroma. When decocted or brewed, it typically yields a light amber infusion with a mildly bitter, slightly astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Brewed as a mild daily herbal tea
• Added to nourishing soup packs
• Used in seasonal tonic recipes with other herbs

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Lu Xian Cao is traditionally used in decoctions and herbal soups, often paired with herbs such as Du Zhong or Sang Ji Sheng in kidney-supporting formulas. It has also been traditionally prepared as a simple tea and included in folk recipes for seasonal wellness and daily herbal routines.

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