Shi Wei (Pyrrosia lingua) — Dried Shi Wei Herb, Flying Knife Sword Leaf & Stone Skin
Price range: $4.77 through $5.90
Description
Shi Wei (Pyrrosia lingua), also known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Shí Wéi (石韦) and folk-named Flying Knife Sword (飞刀剑) and Stone Skin (石皮), is the dried leaf of a traditional herb long prized as a cooling, damp-clearing botanical. Its nature is sweet, bitter, and slightly cold, making it a gentle yet effective herb traditionally used to clear heat, promote urination, and soothe the urinary tract. This listing offers dried Shi Wei leaves and Shi Wei powder, a food-herb ingredient for daily herbal tea and decoction use.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional damp-clearing food herb
- Dried Shi Wei leaves and powder
- Pyrrosia lingua
- Folk names: Flying Knife Sword, Stone Skin
- 500g value pack, ready to brew
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dried to preserve the leaves' deep green color, leathery texture, and mild earthy aroma. When decocted, Shi Wei yields a light amber infusion with a gentle, slightly bitter and subtly sweet taste, leaving a clean, refreshing finish on the palate.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb and Powder |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Shi Wei |
| Botanical Name | Pyrrosia lingua |
| Form | Dried Leaves / Powder |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
Usage Scenarios
- Herbal tea and decoction
- Traditional soup and congee
- Daily wellness brew
- Powder for drink mixes
- Herbal blend ingredient
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Shi Wei is decocted into teas and soups to support the body's natural clearing of dampness and heat. It is a common ingredient in traditional urinary wellness formulas, where it pairs with herbs like plantain seed and Dianthus. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other cooling herbs for a light, refreshing infusion.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Shi Wei?
A: Shi Wei is the common Chinese name for the dried leaf of Pyrrosia lingua, also called Flying Knife Sword and Stone Skin. It is a traditional food herb used in tea and decoction.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Shi Wei?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Shi Wei is associated with clearing heat, promoting urination, and supporting the urinary tract. It is often used in teas and soups for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Shi Wei?
A: Rinse the leaves and simmer them in water for a decoction, or brew them in hot water as part of a tea blend. The powder can be mixed into warm water or soups. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Big leaf stone, Small leaf stone, Shiwei powder |
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