Japanese Knotweed Root Slices Hu Zhang 500g Dried Wild Herb for Decoction and Tea

Japanese Knotweed Root Slices, known in TCM as Hu Zhang (虎杖), from Polygonum cuspidatum. These dried root slices are traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice, where the root is characterized as bitter in flavor and slightly cold in nature. In TCM theory, Hu Zhang is traditionally associated with clearing damp-heat and supporting smooth flow of qi and blood. Suitable for decoction, tea, or external foot soak use under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Dried root slices of Polygonum cuspidatum, known in TCM as Hu Zhang (虎杖)
• Wild-sourced material prepared by traditional air-drying and sun-drying
• Traditionally associated in TCM with clearing damp-heat and promoting blood circulation
• Versatile form suitable for decoction pieces, herbal tea, or external foot soak
• Pre-packed 500g supply stored in two 250g containers for convenient use

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a yellowish to yellow-brown cut surface with a firm, woody texture. The aroma is typically faint and earthy, and a decoction typically yields a bitter, slightly astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into a traditional herbal decoction
• Brewed as a bitter herbal tea
• Added to external foot soak blends
• Used in seasonal herbal preparations under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Hu Zhang root slices are commonly decocted alone or combined with other herbs such as Yi Yi Ren or Dan Zhu Ye in damp-heat formulas. Folk use also includes preparing the root as a simple tea or adding it to external foot soaks. It has traditionally been used in seasonal wellness routines, particularly in warm months when damp-heat patterns are considered more prevalent.

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