Shi Chang Pu Dried Acorus Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use

Shi Chang Pu (石菖蒲) is the dried rhizome of Acorus tatarinowii, a classic herb in the Chinese materia medica. In TCM theory it is pungent and warm and is traditionally associated with opening the orifices, transforming dampness, and awakening the spirit. These whole-form slices are supplied as a food-grade raw botanical for decoction, soup, and culinary preparation, and should be used under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Shi Chang Pu (石菖蒲) dried rhizome slices from Acorus tatarinowii
• Sourced from Anhui province and supplied in whole natural form
• Traditionally valued in TCM for transforming dampness and opening the orifices
• 500g resealable pack suitable for decoction, soup, and culinary use
• Stable 36-month shelf life when stored sealed in a cool dry place

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a grayish-brown to yellowish-brown exterior with a pale, fibrous cross-section and a firm, dense texture. They carry a characteristically strong, aromatic, slightly peppery scent, and when decocted they impart a pungent, warming, faintly bitter taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked soups and broths
• Used in culinary herbal preparations
• Incorporated into seasonal tonic recipes under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Shi Chang Pu is traditionally used to open the orifices, transform dampness, and calm the spirit, and it frequently appears in classical formulas alongside herbs such as Yuan Zhi (Polygala) and Fu Shen. It is also traditionally paired with other aromatic herbs in decoctions and is sometimes used in folk practice for seasonal wellness soups. Preparation typically involves simmering the slices in water or adding them to long-cooked soups.

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