Fang Feng Sliced Saposhnikovia Root 500g Dried Chinese Herb for Decoction and Soup

Fang Feng (防风), the dried root of Saposhnikovia divaricata, is a classic Chinese herbal ingredient sold here as sliced pieces. In TCM theory it is pungent and sweet in flavor with a slightly warm nature and is traditionally associated with dispersing wind and releasing the exterior. This 500g pack suits herbal decoctions, soups, and traditional formulas such as those paired with Huang Qi and Bai Zhu. Store in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Fang Feng (防风) dried root slices from a Chinese herb source
• Botanical name Saposhnikovia divaricata with root as the used plant part
• Traditionally used in TCM to dispel wind and support exterior release
• Sliced and dried form convenient for decoction pieces and soup packs
• 500g value pack suitable for pairing with Huang Qi and Bai Zhu

Quality & Sensory

Typically the slices show a light yellowish-brown to grayish surface with a dense, slightly fibrous texture. The aroma is mildly aromatic and herbal, and decocted liquid typically carries a gentle sweet-pungent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to herbal soup packs with Huang Qi and Bai Zhu
• Use in seasonal wellness broths and congee recipes
• Incorporate into custom TCM formula blends

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Fang Feng is traditionally used to expel wind and release the exterior, often appearing in classic formulas such as Yu Ping Feng San together with Huang Qi and Bai Zhu. It is commonly decocted with other herbs, added to nourishing soups in changing seasons, or included in folk blends for daily herbal support.

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