Huai Niu Xi Achyranthes Root Powder 500g Henan Dried Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use

Huai Niu Xi (牛膝) is the dried root of Achyranthes bidentata, a classic Chinese herb traditionally sourced from Henan. This unsulfured whole-root powder offers a mild, slightly sweet-bitter profile. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels. Suitable for decoctions, powders, and culinary herbal preparations; use as advised by a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Huai Niu Xi (牛膝) from Henan, a renowned daodi growing region
• Botanical source Achyranthes bidentata, dried root in original whole form
• Unsulfured processing preserves natural character of the herb
• Can be ground to fine powder for decoctions or herbal formulas
• Wholesale and retail supply with formula-based powder blending available

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-brown with a firm, fibrous texture when whole; the ground powder is fine and slightly starchy. Aroma is mild and earthy, and the taste is typically slightly sweet with a faint bitterness after decocting.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions following a practitioner's guidance
• Grind into powder for use in traditional herbal formulas
• Add to slow-cooked soups in small amounts for traditional culinary use
• Incorporate into seasonal congee recipes in traditional households

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Niu Xi is traditionally used in decoctions and formula powders, often paired with herbs such as Du Zhong or Sang Ji Sheng in classical lower-body tonifying formulas. It is also traditionally included in seasonal soup packs and wine-soaked preparations. Preparation typically involves simmering the sliced root or using pre-ground powder as directed by a herbalist.

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