Kudzu Root Chai Ge Gen Dried Sliced Pueraria lobata Root for Tea and Decoction 500g

Dried Kudzu Root, known in TCM as Chai Ge Gen (柴葛根), cut from the root of Pueraria lobata. These sliced root pieces are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with releasing the exterior and clearing mild heat in TCM theory. With a naturally starchy, mildly sweet character, they are commonly simmered into decoctions, brewed as herbal tea, or added to soups. Store in a cool, dry place and use as part of a balanced traditional wellness routine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Chai Ge Gen (柴葛根) dried kudzu root slices from Pueraria lobata
• Cut into convenient chunks and pieces for easy brewing and simmering
• Traditionally used in TCM to release the exterior and support fluid balance
• Versatile ingredient for herbal tea, decoctions, and home cooking
• Sold as a food-grade dried botanical with a 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a pale yellowish-white to light brown cut surface with a firm, fibrous texture and a faint starchy aroma. When simmered or steeped, they typically yield a light, mildly sweet and slightly starchy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a daily herbal tea by steeping the root pieces in hot water
• Simmer into traditional decoctions with other Chinese herbs
• Add to soups and slow-cooked broths for a mild starchy sweetness
• Use in congee or seasonal home cooking

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, kudzu root has long been used in decoctions and herbal teas, often paired with herbs such as chrysanthemum or honeysuckle in warm-season drinks. It is a familiar ingredient in folk formulas for the neck and upper body and is also simmered in soups and congee as a gentle everyday tonic food.

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