Agrimony Herb Xian He Cao Dried Whole Herb Traditional TCM Herbal Tea and Decoction Ingredient 500g

Agrimony Herb, known in TCM as Xian He Cao (仙鹤草), is the dried aerial part of Agrimonia pilosa. This new-crop herb is carefully dried and cut for convenient use. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with astringent, slightly warm properties and is a familiar ingredient in folk herbal practice. Commonly prepared as a decoction or herbal tea. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Agrimonia pilosa aerial parts, a classic TCM folk herb
• Known as Xian He Cao, also called Long Ya Cao or Tuo Li Cao
• New-crop herb, dried processing with a 12-month shelf life
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and external washes in traditional practice
• Sold as a 500g bag of dried edible agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried herb shows greenish-gray stems and leaves with a dry, brittle texture and a mild grassy aroma. When decocted, it typically yields a light amber infusion with a gently astringent, slightly bitter herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a traditional herbal decoction
• Steep as a mild herbal tea in folk practice
• Use in traditional external washes as directed by a practitioner
• Incorporate into seasonal herbal formulas with other botanicals

Traditional Uses

In TCM and Chinese folk herbalism, Xian He Cao has long been valued as an astringent herb and is traditionally used in decoctions, often paired with other botanicals according to practitioner guidance. It is also a familiar ingredient in rural seasonal herbal teas and washes. Preparation and combination should follow the advice of a qualified TCM practitioner.

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