Quan Xie Dried Scorpion (Scorpio) — Traditional Chinese Herb for Infusion & External Use

Quan Xie Dried Scorpion (Scorpio) is the dried whole body of a traditional Chinese herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Quán Xiē (全蝎), also called Scorpion. For centuries, Quan Xie has been prized as a wind-extinguishing, collateral-unblocking, and spasm-relieving herb, traditionally used in decoctions and medicated wines. Its nature is pungent, neutral, and slightly toxic, giving it a powerful yet focused character in TCM practice.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional wind-extinguishing herb
• Dried whole scorpion, new-crop quality
• Scorpio (Quan Xie) in TCM
• Suitable for decoction and medicated wine
• Clean, dried, and carefully preserved

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its intact body form, pale amber to light brown color, and firm, slightly brittle texture. The dried scorpion carries a mild, earthy aroma with a faint saline note from the salt-water processing. When decocted, it releases a subtle, neutral flavor that blends quietly into herbal formulas.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional herbal decoction
• Medicated wine infusion
• Herbal formula ingredient
• External compress preparation
• Traditional wellness practice

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Quan Xie is decocted into soups and herbal formulas, or steeped in medicated wines for external application. It is a classic ingredient in wind-extinguishing and collateral-unblocking formulas, often paired with herbs like centipede, silkworm, and gastrodia. As a daily practice, it is used in small amounts within traditional decoctions to support smooth movement and calm internal wind.

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