Bai Ying White Nightshade Herb Sliced Dried Solanum lyratum 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Ingredient

Bai Ying (白英), also called Bai Mao Teng (白毛藤), is the dried sliced aerial herb of Solanum lyratum, a climbing botanical long used in Chinese folk herbalism. In TCM theory it is considered bitter in flavor with a slightly cold nature and is traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting the body's natural balance. These cut slices are convenient for decoction or herbal tea preparation. Store sealed in a cool dry place and consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Bai Ying 白英 dried herb, also known as Bai Mao Teng 白毛藤
• Botanical source Solanum lyratum, sliced for easy preparation
• Traditionally used in TCM and folk herbal practice for heat-clearing formulas
• Cut slices suitable for decoction, herbal tea, and external washes
• 500g bulk pack sealed for freshness, ideal for herbal shops and home apothecaries

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a greenish to yellowish-brown color with slender stems and small curled leaves, a dry brittle texture, and a faint grassy-herbal aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a light greenish-brown hue with a mildly bitter, earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Brewed as a mild herbal tea infusion
• Combined with other herbs in folk-style soup or wash preparations
• Stocked by herbal shops and TCM practitioners

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Bai Ying has long been included in folk formulas, often paired with herbs such as Hedyotis or Scutellaria in heat-clearing decoctions. It has also been used in seasonal herbal teas and external washes. Preparation traditionally involves simmering the slices in water; modern users should follow guidance from a qualified herbal practitioner.

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