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Licorice Root Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Xinjiang Dried Herbal Tea Cuts, 500g

Name: Licorice Root Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Xinjiang Dried Herbal Tea Cuts, 500g
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Description

Licorice Root Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) are the dried root slices of a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Gān Cǎo (甘草), also called the "Great Harmonizer." Sourced from Xinjiang and cut into elegant oblique slices, this food-herb has been prized for centuries as a sweet, neutral, qi-tonifying, and throat-soothing botanical used in teas, decoctions, and herbal formulas. Its nature is sweet and neutral, making it gentle yet profoundly useful for harmonizing other herbs, moistening the throat, and supporting the Middle Burner.

Licorice Root Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Xinjiang Dried Herbal Tea Cuts, 500g overview

Key Selling Points

Traditional food-herb (药食同源) licorice root
Xinjiang-origin oblique-cut slices
Glycyrrhiza uralensis
500g bulk pack for daily tea and decoction
Naturally sweet, harmonizing herbal base

Licorice Root Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Xinjiang Dried Herbal Tea Cuts, 500g key features

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully sliced into thin oblique pieces that preserve the root's pale golden-yellow color, firm fibrous texture, and mild sweet-herbal aroma. When brewed, the slices release a warm, honeyed sweetness with a soft earthy undertone, yielding a smooth amber infusion that blends gracefully with chrysanthemum, goji berry, or jujube.

Licorice Root Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Xinjiang Dried Herbal Tea Cuts, 500g quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type	Dried Root Slices
Common Name	Gan Cao (Licorice Root)
Botanical Name	Glycyrrhiza uralensis
Origin	Xinjiang, China
Form	Oblique-Cut Slices
Net Weight	500g

Licorice Root Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Xinjiang Dried Herbal Tea Cuts, 500g specifications

Usage Scenarios

Daily herbal tea, alone or blended
Base ingredient in decoctions and soups
Throat-soothing warm beverages
Herbal formula harmonizer
Seasonal wellness tea blends

Licorice Root Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Xinjiang Dried Herbal Tea Cuts, 500g in use

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Gan Cao is decocted into teas, soups, and classic formulas to harmonize the actions of other herbs, moisten the throat, and support digestive comfort. It is a staple in everyday Chinese households, simmered with chrysanthemum for a soothing tea, added to winter broths, or combined with jujube and ginger in warming decoctions. Its naturally sweet flavor makes it a favorite base for daily herbal beverages.

Licorice Root Slices (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) — Xinjiang Dried Herbal Tea Cuts, 500g preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is Gan Cao (Licorice Root)?

A: Gan Cao is the common Chinese name for the dried root of Glycyrrhiza uralensis, also known as licorice root. It is a traditional food-herb widely used in teas, soups, and herbal formulas.

Q: What is the traditional wellness value of licorice root?

A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Gan Cao is associated with tonifying qi, moistening the throat, and harmonizing other herbs. It is often used in daily teas and decoctions for gentle, sweet nourishment.

Q: How do I brew Xinjiang licorice root slices?

A: Rinse a few slices and steep them in hot water for 5–10 minutes, or simmer them with other herbs and soup ingredients. Adjust the quantity to your taste preference.