Fu Shen Dried Sclerotium Slices 500g Poria with Host Wood Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Teas
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Fu Shen Dried Sclerotium Slices 500g Poria with Host Wood Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Teas

Price range: $7.59 through $13.21

Description

Fu Shen (茯神), the sclerotium of Poria cocos wrapped around pine root, is a classic Chinese herbal material supplied as hand-selected sulfur-free slices. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with calming the spirit and supporting restful balance, with a sweet and bland flavor entering the heart and spleen channels. Commonly simmered in decoctions or herbal teas as part of traditional wellness routines.

Fu Shen Dried Sclerotium Slices 500g Poria with Host Wood Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Teas overview
Fu Shen Dried Sclerotium Slices 500g Poria with Host Wood Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Teas overview

Key Selling Points

  • Authentic Fu Shen (茯神) slices from Yunnan, a valued traditional Chinese herbal material
  • Botanical source Poria cocos, the pine-root-hosting sclerotium known as Fu Shen Mu
  • Hand-selected slices with sulfur-free processing for cleaner preparation
  • Traditionally associated in TCM with calming the spirit and supporting restful balance
  • Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and soup recipes in daily herbal practice
Fu Shen Dried Sclerotium Slices 500g Poria with Host Wood Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Teas key features
Fu Shen Dried Sclerotium Slices 500g Poria with Host Wood Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Teas key features

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a light yellowish-white to pale brown cut surface with a firm, dense texture and faint pine-like aroma. When simmered, the liquid is typically mild and slightly bland with a subtle earthy sweetness.

Fu Shen Dried Sclerotium Slices 500g Poria with Host Wood Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Teas quality and texture
Fu Shen Dried Sclerotium Slices 500g Poria with Host Wood Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Teas quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried Chinese herbal slices
Chinese Name 茯神
Pinyin Fu Shen
Botanical Name Poria cocos
Plant Part Sclerotium with host pine root
Net Weight 500 g
Fu Shen Dried Sclerotium Slices 500g Poria with Host Wood Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Teas specifications
Fu Shen Dried Sclerotium Slices 500g Poria with Host Wood Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Teas specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
  • Brewed as a mild daily herbal tea
  • Added to nourishing soup recipes
  • Used in congee and seasonal wellness cooking
Fu Shen Dried Sclerotium Slices 500g Poria with Host Wood Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Teas in use
Fu Shen Dried Sclerotium Slices 500g Poria with Host Wood Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Teas in use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Fu Shen is traditionally used in calming formulas and is often paired with herbs such as Suan Zao Ren, Long Yan Rou, and Mai Men Dong in decoctions for restful balance. It is a common ingredient in heart-nourishing soups and evening herbal teas, especially during seasons associated with restlessness or overwork in traditional routines.

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is Fu Shen?

A: Fu Shen (茯神) is the portion of the Poria cocos sclerotium that grows around a pine root, supplied here as dried slices. It is a long-established material in traditional Chinese herbal practice.

Q: What is it traditionally valued for?

A: In TCM theory, Fu Shen is traditionally associated with calming the spirit and supporting restful balance. It has a sweet and bland flavor and is traditionally said to enter the heart and spleen channels.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: The slices are typically simmered in decoctions, added to soups, or brewed as a mild herbal tea. Preparation amounts vary by recipe and personal preference.

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Packaging specifications

Fu shen 100g selected pieces, Fu shen 250g selected pieces, Fu shen 500g selected pieces

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