Zhe Fritillaria Bulb Zhe Beimu Dried Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Soup
Price range: $12.78 through $31.24
Description
Zhejiang Fritillaria Bulb, known in TCM as Zhe Bei Mu (浙贝母), from Fritillaria thunbergii, supplied as dried and heat-processed bulb slices. In TCM theory this herb is traditionally associated with bitter and cold properties and the Lung channel. It is a classic raw botanical for decoction pieces and herbal formulas. This is a food-grade agricultural product and is not a substitute for medicine.
Key Selling Points
- Authentic Zhe Bei Mu (浙贝母) sourced from Zhejiang province
- Botanical source Fritillaria thunbergii bulb in dried slice form
- Heat-dried processing suitable for decoction pieces
- Traditionally used in TCM formulas for Lung-related patterns
- 500g pack sold as edible agricultural produce
Quality & Sensory
The slices typically show an off-white to pale yellow cut surface with a firm, dense texture and a faint starchy aroma. When decocted, the taste is typically mildly bitter with a slightly acrid finish.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Raw herb decoction slices |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 浙贝母 |
| Pinyin | Zhe Bei Mu |
| Botanical Name | Fritillaria thunbergii |
| Plant Part | Bulb |
| Net Weight | 500g |
Usage Scenarios
- Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
- Added to herbal soup recipes with other botanicals
- Ground or crushed for use in classical formula preparations
- Used in seasonal herbal cooking under practitioner guidance
Traditional Uses
In TCM practice, Zhe Bei Mu is traditionally associated with clearing heat and resolving phlegm, and it appears in classical formulas for cough and chest patterns. It is commonly decocted alone or combined with herbs such as Zhi Mu or Gua Lou. Traditional preparation involves simmering the slices in water, and it is sometimes powdered for inclusion in honey pills.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: This is 500g of dried Zhejiang fritillaria bulb slices, known in TCM as Zhe Bei Mu (浙贝母), from Fritillaria thunbergii.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory it is a bitter, cold herb entering the Lung channel, traditionally used to clear heat and transform phlegm in classical formulas.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: The slices are typically simmered in water for decoctions or added to herbal soups, often combined with other traditional botanicals.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Fritillaria fritillaria medium 500g, Fritillaria fritillaria large 500g, Fritillaria chinensis selected tablets 500g |
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