San Qi Root Notoginseng Root 500g Dried Wenshan Yunnan Herb for Soup and Grinding

San Qi (三七), also called Tian Qi, is the dried root of Panax notoginseng, sourced from Wenshan in Yunnan. These loose root pieces are sun-dried and sold as a raw culinary herb. In TCM theory, San Qi is considered warm with a sweet and slightly bitter taste and is traditionally associated with the liver and stomach channels. Traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice, it is commonly simmered in soups or ground into powder for household use. This product is a food-grade botanical and is not intended to replace medical treatment.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic San Qi root from Wenshan, Yunnan, a region traditionally known for notoginseng cultivation
• Botanical source is Panax notoginseng, the root used in classical Chinese herbal practice
• Sun-dried whole root pieces in loose bulk form, easy to portion for soups or grinding
• Traditionally used in TCM as a warm, sweet and slightly bitter herb for daily culinary wellness
• 500g bulk pack suitable for households that regularly cook herbal soups or prepare powder

Quality & Sensory

The dried root pieces typically show a grayish-brown to yellowish-brown exterior with a firm, dense texture. The aroma is typically earthy and faintly herbal. When simmered, the broth typically carries a mild bitterness with a subtle sweet aftertaste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in chicken, pork rib, or bone soups alongside other soup herbs
• Grind into powder for traditional household herbal use
• Add small pieces to slow-cooked congee or nourishing broths
• Store in a cool dry place and use gradually in seasonal cooking

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, San Qi root is a well-known Wenshan specialty herb. It is traditionally simmered in nourishing soups, often paired with chicken, pork ribs, or Chinese yam, and is also ground into fine powder for use in folk herbal routines. Families commonly keep it on hand for autumn and winter tonic cooking, and it is frequently combined with other herbs such as American ginseng or dang gui in traditional decoctions.

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