Wild Xian Xian Cao Dried Herba Siegesbeckia 500g Traditional Chinese Herb

Xian Xian Cao (豨莶草), known in English as Siegesbeckia or St. Paul's Wort, is the dried aerial part of Siegesbeckia orientalis. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with a bitter and pungent flavor and a slightly cold nature, with entry to the liver and kidney channels. Traditionally used in herbal decoctions and folk formulas, it is supplied as dried, sun-cured whole herb pieces for external or professional herbal preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Siegesbeckia orientalis aerial herb known in TCM as Xian Xian Cao (豨莶草)
• Sun-dried whole herb supplied as loose decoction pieces
• Traditionally associated with liver and kidney channel entry in TCM theory
• Commonly used in folk herbal decoctions and external washes
• Pre-packaged 500g lot with 12-month shelf life under frozen storage

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried herb appears greenish-brown to grayish-green with slender stems, opposite leaves, and small flower heads. It has a faint herbal aroma and a characteristically bitter, slightly acrid taste when decocted.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Prepared as a traditional herbal decoction under professional guidance
• Used in folk external washes or compresses
• Incorporated into seasonal herbal formulas by TCM practitioners
• Stored frozen to maintain freshness between uses

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Xian Xian Cao is traditionally used in decoctions, often processed with wine or honey in classical preparations, and is traditionally associated with dispelling wind-dampness. Folk herbalists have also used it in external washes. It is commonly paired with other wind-dampness herbs such as Du Huo or Sang Ji Sheng in traditional formulas.

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