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Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea opposita) — Dried Chinese Yam Root for Tea & Soup, 140g Jar

Name: Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea opposita) — Dried Chinese Yam Root for Tea &amp; Soup, 140g Jar
SKU: C1688-1024940589313
Price: 5.34 HKD
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Description

Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea opposita) are the dried rhizome slices of a highly revered food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Shān Yào (山药), also called Chinese Yam. For centuries, Shan Yao has been prized as a gentle, qi-nourishing, and spleen-supporting herb, traditionally used to strengthen digestion, support vitality, and harmonize the body. Its nature is sweet and neutral, making it one of the most balanced and food-friendly herbs in the TCM pantry. This 140g jar contains clean, sulfur-free slices, dried and packed for daily tea, soup, and congee use.

Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea opposita) — Dried Chinese Yam Root for Tea & Soup, 140g Jar overview

Key Selling Points

Traditional qi-nourishing food herb (药食同源)
Dried Chinese Yam rhizome slices
Dioscorea opposita, sulfur-free new crop
Suitable for tea, soup, and congee
Convenient 140g sealed jar

Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea opposita) — Dried Chinese Yam Root for Tea & Soup, 140g Jar key features

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully sliced and dried to preserve its creamy ivory color, firm yet smooth texture, and mild, faintly earthy aroma. When simmered, the slices soften and release a gentle, subtly sweet flavor with a soft, starchy mouthfeel, adding body to broths and teas without overpowering other ingredients. The natural sweetness comes entirely from the yam itself, with no added sugar.

Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea opposita) — Dried Chinese Yam Root for Tea & Soup, 140g Jar quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type	Dried Herb Slices
Common Name	Shan Yao (Chinese Yam)
Botanical Name	Dioscorea opposita
Form	Dried Round Slices
Net Weight	140g per jar
Processing	Dried, Sulfur-Free

Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea opposita) — Dried Chinese Yam Root for Tea & Soup, 140g Jar specifications

Usage Scenarios

Chinese-style soup and broth
Herbal tea blends
Congee and grain porridge
Daily food-herb nourishment
Soup-pack ingredient

Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea opposita) — Dried Chinese Yam Root for Tea & Soup, 140g Jar in use

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Shan Yao is decocted into soups, congee, and gentle tonics to support daily nourishment and digestive comfort. It is a common ingredient in medicinal food soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like goji berry, jujube, and lotus seed. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other food herbs for a light, mildly sweet infusion, and it is often simmered into congee as a soothing daily staple.

Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea opposita) — Dried Chinese Yam Root for Tea & Soup, 140g Jar preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is Shan Yao?

A: Shan Yao is the common Chinese name for dried rhizome slices of Dioscorea opposita, also called Chinese Yam. It is a traditional food herb used in tea, soup, and congee.

Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Shan Yao?

A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Shan Yao is associated with nourishing qi, supporting the spleen and stomach, and promoting gentle daily nourishment. It is often used in soups and congee for everyday food therapy.

Q: How do I use dried Shan Yao slices?

A: Rinse the slices and simmer them with soup ingredients, or brew them in hot water as part of a tea blend. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.