Qianhu Dried White Peucedanum Root Slices Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction 500g

Qianhu (前胡), known as White Peucedanum Root, is the dried root of Peucedanum praeruptorum, a classic herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. In TCM theory it is bitter and acrid in flavor with a slightly cold nature, traditionally associated with the lung channel. These sun-dried root slices are sold as a raw culinary-grade botanical for decoction and herbal preparation, not as a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Xinqianhu, the white-flower peucedanum root prized in TCM herbal practice
• Botanical source Peucedanum praeruptorum, dried root slices with traditional processing
• Traditionally associated with the lung channel in TCM theory
• Sun-dried whole slices suitable for decoction, soup, and herbal blending
• Sold as a 500g bulk pack of raw Chinese botanical

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a grayish-brown to yellowish-white cut surface with a firm, dense texture and faint aromatic odor. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a mild, slightly bitter and acrid taste characteristic of this root.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked herbal soups
• Blended with other TCM herbs in custom formulas
• Stored as a pantry staple raw herb for seasonal use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Qianhu has long been included in classical formulas, traditionally prepared by decoction and often paired with herbs such as Zisuye, Xingren, or Sangye in traditional lung-focused blends. It is a common ingredient in autumn and winter herbal preparations among families who follow Chinese herbal traditions. Preparation methods and combinations vary by tradition and practitioner guidance.

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