Ban Lan Gen Isatis Root Dried Herbal Slices 250g Jar Traditional TCM Decoction Herb

Ban Lan Gen (板蓝根), the dried root of Isatis indigotica, is a classic Chinese herbal ingredient supplied here as dried root slices in a 250g jar. In TCM theory it is considered bitter in flavor and cold in nature, traditionally associated with clearing heat and benefiting the throat. Traditionally prepared as a decoction or herbal tea, it is a natural botanical product and not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Ban Lan Gen 板蓝根 dried Isatis indigotica root slices
• Sun-dried and sorted whole root pieces suitable for decoction or tea
• Traditionally used in TCM for heat-clearing and throat-soothing herbal formulas
• Sealed 250g jar packaging for convenient storage and portioning
• Sourced from mainland China as a natural edible agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically appear pale yellowish-brown with a fibrous, slightly starchy texture and a mild earthy aroma. When simmered, the liquor is typically light amber with a gently bitter, slightly sweet herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a traditional herbal decoction
• Steep as a simple herbal tea with other botanicals
• Add to seasonal herbal soup preparations
• Blend into classic TCM heat-clearing formulas

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Ban Lan Gen is a staple of heat-clearing formulas and is traditionally associated with soothing the throat and supporting the body during seasonal changes. It is commonly simmered alone or paired with herbs such as Jin Yin Honeysuckle and Gan Cao licorice root in decoctions, and is a familiar household herb during autumn and winter.

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