Wild Ophiopogon Root Mai Dong 500g Dried Tuber Slices for Herbal Tea and Decoction

Wild Ophiopogon Root, known in TCM as Mai Dong (麦冬), from Ophiopogon japonicus, consists of dried tuber roots with the core retained. Traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice, it is considered sweet and slightly bitter with a cool nature, associated with the heart, lung, and stomach channels. Commonly simmered in decoctions or steeped as a simple tea. Store frozen to preserve freshness.

Key Selling Points

• Wild-harvested Ophiopogon japonicus tubers, each piece retaining its natural core
• Known in TCM as Mai Dong (麦冬), a classic yin-nourishing root herb
• Sun-dried with original color preserved and no added processing
• Suitable for steeping as herbal tea or simmering in decoctions
• Pre-packaged 500g lot with a 12-month shelf life under frozen storage

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-white to light yellow tubers with a translucent, slightly flexible texture and a faint herbal aroma. When steeped or simmered, the liquid typically carries a mild, sweet taste with a subtle bitter finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep a small handful in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Simmer in herbal decoctions alongside other tonic roots
• Add to congee or slow-cooked soups for traditional flavor
• Use in seasonal herbal blends during dry weather

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Mai Dong is traditionally associated with nourishing yin and moistening the lung, and supporting fluid generation. It is a common ingredient in classical decoctions and is often paired with herbs such as American ginseng or Schisandra in tea-style infusions. Traditionally prepared by steeping in hot water or simmering in soups and congee, especially during dry seasons.

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