Wild Qin Jiao Slices 500g Dried Gentiana Macrophylla Root Tea Grade Chinese Herb

Wild Qin Jiao (秦艽, Qin Jiao), from Gentiana macrophylla, is a dried root supplied as thin slices for herbal tea and decoction use. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with dispersing wind-dampness and is considered acrid, bitter, and neutral. This pre-packaged raw botanical is intended for traditional herbal preparation and should be used under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Wild-harvested Qin Jiao root slices prepared for tea and decoction use
• Botanical source Gentiana macrophylla, a classic TCM root herb
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural character of the root
• Traditionally associated with dispelling wind-dampness in TCM theory
• Convenient 500g pre-packaged format for home herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a yellowish-brown to earthy tone with a fibrous, slightly twisted texture and a distinctive aromatic, bitter scent. When simmered, the liquor is typically light amber with a bitter, earthy taste typical of this root.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered as a traditional herbal decoction
• Steeped as a bitter herbal tea
• Added to herbal formulas prepared at home
• Used in seasonal wellness routines under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Qin Jiao has long been used in decoctions and multi-herb formulas, often paired with herbs such as Du Huo or Sang Ji Sheng in classic wind-dampness combinations. It was traditionally prepared by simmering the sliced root in water, and it is sometimes included in seasonal herbal regimens during damp weather.

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