San Leng Slices (Sparganium stoloniferum) — Dried Food-Herb Rhizome for Decoction & Soup
Price range: $5.34 through $5.89
Description
San Leng Slices (Sparganium stoloniferum) are the dried rhizome slices of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Sān Lěng (三棱). Also called Burreed Rhizome, San Leng has been prized for centuries as a moving, breaking, and qi-invigorating herb, traditionally used to invigorate blood, disperse stagnation, and ease abdominal fullness. Its nature is bitter and neutral, making it a focused yet balanced herb for supporting smooth circulation and digestive comfort.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional blood-moving food herb
- Dried San Leng rhizome slices
- Sparganium stoloniferum
- Sourced from Zhejiang, China
- Suitable for decoction and soup
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully sliced and dried to preserve its pale yellowish-brown color, firm texture, and mild earthy aroma. When decocted, the slices release a gentle, slightly bitter infusion with a clean, grounding finish, adding depth to traditional herbal broths without overpowering other ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Slices |
|---|---|
| Common Name | San Leng |
| Botanical Name | Sparganium stoloniferum |
| Form | Dried Slices |
| Origin | Zhejiang, China |
| Net Weight | 500g |
Usage Scenarios
- Traditional herbal decoction
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Medicinal food soup packs
- Herbal tea blends
- Seasonal slow-cooking
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, San Leng is decocted into soups, medicinal congee, and traditional formulas to support smooth movement of qi and blood. It is a common ingredient in blood-moving soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like angelica, chuanxiong, and red peony. As a decoction, it is simmered alone or blended with other herbs for a focused, slightly bitter infusion.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is San Leng?
A: San Leng is the common Chinese name for dried rhizome slices of Sparganium stoloniferum, also called Burreed Rhizome. It is a traditional food herb used in decoction and soup.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of San Leng?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, San Leng is associated with invigorating blood, dispersing stagnation, and easing abdominal fullness. It is often used in decoctions and soups for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried San Leng slices?
A: Rinse the slices and simmer them with soup ingredients, or decoct them in water as part of a traditional herbal formula. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Uniform package three edges 0 5kg piece, Optional three edge 0 5kg piece |
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