Wenshan Sanqi Notoginseng Root Heads Tianqi Dried Herb 500g

Wenshan Sanqi, known in TCM as Tian Qi (三七), is the dried root of Panax notoginseng, traditionally sourced from Wenshan in Yunnan Province. These dried root heads are sold as a raw herbal ingredient for decoction or grinding. In TCM theory, Sanqi is considered sweet and slightly bitter with warm properties and is traditionally associated with the liver and stomach channels. Store refrigerated and consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Sanqi root heads from Wenshan, Yunnan, a region traditionally prized for notoginseng
• Botanical source is Panax notoginseng, known in TCM as Tian Qi (三七)
• 30-head grade root heads supplied without the cut-off tail section
• Carefully dried whole roots suitable for decoction or home grinding
• 500g bag packaged as a raw herbal ingredient for traditional preparation

Quality & Sensory

Dried Sanqi root heads typically show a grayish-brown to yellowish-brown exterior with a hard, dense texture and fine wrinkled surface. The cut interior is typically grayish-green or yellowish-green with a slightly bitter, then sweet taste when decocted.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in slow-cooked herbal soups with poultry or pork
• Ground into powder for traditional home preparation
• Added to herbal decoctions under practitioner guidance
• Used in seasonal tonic dishes in traditional cuisine

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Sanqi root is traditionally used in decoctions and medicinal soups, often paired with chicken, pork ribs, or other tonic herbs such as American ginseng. It is a familiar ingredient in Yunnan and Guangdong home cooking, especially in nourishing stews. Traditionally associated with supporting healthy circulation, it is commonly prepared by steaming, simmering, or grinding before use.

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