Qu Mai Dried Chinese Pink Herb 1kg Whole Plant Traditional TCM Decoction Herb

Qu Mai (瞿麦), the dried herb of Dianthus superbus, is a classic Chinese herbal material supplied as whole dried plant in its natural form. In TCM theory it is considered bitter in flavor and cold in nature, traditionally associated with the heart and small intestine channels. This raw botanical is commonly used in herbal decoctions and formulas. Store in a cool dry place and use as directed by a qualified herbal practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Qu Mai (瞿麦) dried Chinese pink herb from Hebei origin
• Botanical source Dianthus superbus supplied as whole dried plant
• Traditional TCM herb valued in classical decoction formulas
• Natural whole-herb form with no further processing beyond primary handling
• Bulk 1kg pack suited to herbal shops, practitioners, and resellers

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried herb shows slender greenish to yellowish-green stems with narrow linear leaves and small dried pinkish-purple flowers. The cut pieces are light and brittle with a faint grassy aroma, and a decoction typically yields a mild, slightly bitter herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Blended into multi-herb TCM formulas by practitioners
• Prepared as a mild herbal tea infusion in small amounts
• Stocked by herbal shops and apothecaries as a bulk raw herb

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Qu Mai has long been used in decoctions and classical formulas, often paired with herbs such as Hua Shi and Che Qian Zi in traditional water-promoting blends. It was traditionally associated with supporting normal urinary tract comfort in TCM practice. The dried herb is typically cut and simmered with other botanicals, and it has also appeared in folk herbal preparations across northern China.

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