Whole Dandelion Plant with Root 500g Pu Gong Ying Taraxacum officinale Dried Herb for Tea and Decoction

Whole Dandelion Plant, known in TCM as Pu Gong Ying (蒲公英), from Taraxacum officinale, offered as naturally sun-dried whole plants with roots. In TCM theory dandelion is bitter and sweet with a cold nature, traditionally associated with clearing heat. A versatile raw botanical for daily herbal tea, decoctions, and seasonal wellness routines.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dandelion plant including root, leaf, and flower, sold as a raw Chinese herbal botanical
• Botanical source Taraxacum officinale, known in TCM as Pu Gong Ying (蒲公英)
• Naturally sun-dried with no further processing, preserving the plant's traditional character
• Traditionally associated in TCM with clearing heat and supporting internal balance
• Suitable for brewing herbal tea, simmering decoctions, or blending with other herbs

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried whole plants show green to yellowish-brown leaves with pale roots, a dry brittle texture, and a mild grassy aroma. When steeped or simmered, the infusion typically tastes gently bitter with a clean herbal finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a daily herbal tea
• Simmer into a traditional decoction
• Blend with chrysanthemum or honeysuckle in seasonal herbal drinks
• Add to herbal soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, dandelion is traditionally used to clear heat and is a common springtime herb. Whole plants with roots are often simmered alone or paired with chrysanthemum, honeysuckle, or licorice in decoctions and teas. Folk households also cook dandelion into congee or use it in seasonal cleansing drinks.

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