Dried Tianma Slices Gastrodia Root 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Soup

Dried Gastrodia Slices, known in TCM as Tian Ma (天麻), from Gastrodia elata, the dried rhizome of the plant. These small, oven-dried slices are sold as a raw edible agricultural product. In TCM theory, Tian Ma is traditionally associated with calming the liver and extinguishing wind. A versatile herb for home decoctions, soups, and herbal formulas. Store in a cool, dry place away from light.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Tian Ma (天麻) dried rhizome slices from Gastrodia elata
• Oven-dried processing with small uniform slices for easy decoction
• Traditionally used in TCM to calm the liver and extinguish internal wind
• Sold as a raw edible agricultural product with an 18-month shelf life
• Suitable for herbal soups, decoctions, and traditional formulas

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically appear pale yellow to light brown with a firm, dense texture and slightly translucent edges. They carry a mild, earthy aroma, and when simmered they yield a subtle, slightly sweet herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other TCM herbs
• Add to slow-cooked soups such as chicken or pork bone soup
• Use in traditional herbal congee recipes
• Incorporate into seasonal wellness dishes in autumn and winter

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Tian Ma is traditionally associated with calming liver yang and extinguishing wind, and it is a classic ingredient in formulas such as Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin. It is commonly simmered in soups with chicken, fish head, or pork bones, or decocted alongside herbs like Gou Teng and Chuan Xiong. Families often prepare it during seasonal changes as part of traditional wellness cooking.

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