Wild Silver Stems Root Yin Chai Hu 银柴胡 Stellaria dichotoma Dried Root Slices 500g Traditional TCM Herb

Wild Silver Stems Root, known in TCM as Yin Chai Hu (银柴胡), from Stellaria dichotoma, is a dried root supplied as whole or sliced pieces. Traditionally associated in TCM theory with clearing deficiency-type heat and supporting the yin aspect of the body, it is a classic ingredient in herbal decoctions. This wild-harvested root from Gansu is sun-dried and prepackaged. Store frozen and use under the guidance of a qualified herbal practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Wild-harvested Yin Chai Hu 银柴胡 dried root from Gansu
• Botanical source Stellaria dichotoma, a classic TCM root herb
• Sun-dried whole or sliced root pieces ready for decoction
• Traditionally used in TCM to address deficiency-type heat patterns
• Prepackaged 500g lot with 12-month shelf life when stored frozen

Quality & Sensory

The dried root typically shows a pale yellowish-brown surface with fine longitudinal wrinkles and a dense, firm texture. It has a mild, faintly sweet aroma, and when simmered the decoction typically tastes light and slightly sweet with a clean finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked herbal soups
• Combined with other yin-nourishing roots in seasonal tonics
• Used in practitioner-prescribed herbal formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Yin Chai Hu is traditionally associated with clearing deficiency heat and is a common ingredient in formulas for yin-supporting regimens. It is typically simmered in decoctions, often paired with herbs such as Di Gu Pi or Hu Huang Lian in classical patterns, and is also used in slow-cooked soups during warm seasons.

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