Tiantai Wuyao Dried Lindera Root Slices 500g Wild-Crafted Wu Yao Herbal Decoction Pieces

Tiantai Wuyao (乌药), known in TCM as Wu Yao, is the dried root of Lindera aggregata, supplied as loose sliced decoction pieces. Traditionally associated with regulating qi and easing cold-related discomfort in the chest and abdomen, it is valued in classical formulas. In TCM theory it is pungent and warm, entering the kidney, spleen, stomach, and bladder channels. Suitable for decoction, soup, or herbal tea preparation under professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Tiantai Wuyao (乌药) dried root slices from Lindera aggregata
• Wild-crafted loose herb supplied in a 500g pre-packed bag
• Traditionally used in TCM to regulate qi and warm the middle
• Sun-dried and air-dried processing preserves the natural root character
• Versatile for decoctions, herbal soups, and traditional formulas

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a light brown to yellowish-white cut surface with a fine radial texture and firm woody body. They carry a mild aromatic scent and, when decocted, yield a gently warm, slightly pungent and aromatic taste typical of this qi-regulating root.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to slow-cooked herbal soups
• Brew as a warm aromatic herbal tea
• Use in classical qi-regulating formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Wu Yao is traditionally used to move qi and relieve pain from cold stagnation, often paired with herbs such as Xiang Fu in classic formulas like Wu Yao Tang. It is also traditionally associated with warming the kidney and bladder in folk practice. Commonly simmered in decoctions or added to soups, it is a seasonal favorite in colder months.

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