White Peony Root Slices Bai Shao 100g Dried TCM Herb for Decoction and Tea

White Peony Root Slices, known in TCM as Bai Shao (白芍), cut from the root of Paeonia lactiflora. These dried slices are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with nourishing the blood and softening the liver in TCM theory. In traditional terms Bai Shao is considered bitter and sour with a slightly cold nature, entering the liver and spleen channels. Suitable for decoctions, herbal soups, and teas as part of a balanced wellness routine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Bai Shao white peony root slices sourced from Sichuan
• Botanical source Paeonia lactiflora root, a staple TCM decoction herb
• Traditionally used in TCM to nourish blood and calm liver yang
• Carefully sliced form for convenient decocting, soups, and teas
• Sold as a raw edible agricultural product with 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-white to light brown flat slices with a firm, compact texture and a faint herbal aroma. When decocted, Bai Shao traditionally yields a mildly bitter, slightly sour taste with a subtle sweetness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other TCM herbs
• Add to nourishing soups and broths
• Brew as a mild herbal tea
• Use in traditional four-substance soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Bai Shao is traditionally associated with nourishing the blood, regulating menstruation, and softening the liver to relieve pain. It is a common component of classic formulas such as Si Wu Tang and is often paired with Dang Gui, Chuan Xiong, and Shu Di Huang. Traditionally also added to soups and congee for seasonal wellness.

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