Dried Mantis Egg Case Sang Piao Xiao 桑螵蛸 TCM Herb for Wine Infusion and Decoction Sun Dried Anhui Origin

Dried Mantis Egg Case, known in TCM as Sang Piao Xiao (桑螵蛸), is the dried ootheca of the praying mantis, traditionally sourced from Anhui and sun dried for herbal use. In TCM theory it is associated with the kidney and bladder channels, with a sweet and salty flavor and neutral nature. This raw botanical is commonly prepared in decoctions or infused in wine. Not suitable for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and not a substitute for medication.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Sang Piao Xiao 桑螵蛸 raw Chinese herb from Anhui
• Sun dried whole mantis egg case ootheca in natural form
• Traditional TCM botanical associated with kidney and bladder channels
• Popular ingredient for herbal wine infusion and decoction blends
• Sold as a food grade agricultural product with multiple bulk specifications

Quality & Sensory

Typically light brown to yellowish brown with a layered, lightweight, slightly spongy texture. The aroma is mild and grassy, and when decocted or infused it typically yields a subtle earthy herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Infused in liquor as a traditional herbal wine ingredient
• Simmered in herbal decoctions with other TCM botanicals
• Added to soup packs under practitioner guidance
• Used in culinary herbal preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Sang Piao Xiao is traditionally associated with consolidating and securing essence and reducing urination, and it appears in classical formulas such as Sang Piao Xiao San, often paired with herbs like Long Gu, Yuan Zhi, and Ren Shen. Traditionally it may be decocted, powdered into formulas, or steeped in wine. It is also used in seasonal tonics prepared under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

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