Fang Feng Dried Slices 500g Saposhnikovia divaricata Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Tea

Fang Feng (防风), the dried root of Saposhnikovia divaricata, is a classic Chinese herbal material supplied as ungraded whole slices. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with dispersing wind and releasing the exterior, and it is commonly included in exterior-releasing and wind-damp formulas. This lot is sourced from Hebei, offered as loose bulk herb without sulfur fumigation, and is intended for decoction, tea, or culinary herbal use under professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Fang Feng (防风) dried root slices from Saposhnikovia divaricata
• Sourced from Hebei province, a recognized production region for this herb
• Ungraded tong huo grade suitable for decoction pieces and herbal blending
• Loose bulk packaging with no sulfur fumigation treatment
• 500g per unit, convenient for home decoction or herbal shop use

Quality & Sensory

Typically the slices show a light yellowish-brown to grayish surface with a dense, slightly fibrous cut. The aroma is mildly aromatic and herbaceous, and decocted liquid typically carries a gently sweet, slightly pungent taste characteristic of this root.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to herbal tea blends for daily drinking
• Combine with other herbs in soup or congee recipes
• Use in seasonal herbal preparations under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Fang Feng is traditionally used to expel wind and release the exterior, and it appears in well-known formulas such as Fang Feng Tong Sheng San and Yu Ping Feng San. It is also traditionally paired with Qiang Huo, Du Huo, or Bai Zhu for wind-damp discomfort, and is a common ingredient in spring and seasonal exterior-releasing decoctions.

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