Black Ginseng Slices Changbai Mountain Dried Root 5 Year 50g Bottle for Tea and Soup

Black Ginseng Slices, known in TCM as Hei Shen (黑参), are prepared from the root of Panax ginseng and traditionally processed by repeated steaming and drying. In TCM theory, ginseng is considered sweet and slightly warm, entering the spleen, lung, and heart channels. This five-year Changbai Mountain root is sliced for convenient use in teas, soups, and decoctions. Traditionally associated with supporting vitality and healthy qi.

Key Selling Points

• Prepared from five-year Panax ginseng root
• Traditional black ginseng processing by repeated steaming and drying
• Sliced form suited for tea, soup, and decoction
• Sourced from Changbai Mountain region of Jilin
• Packed in a 50g bottle for regular home use

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically dark brown to black with a firm, slightly brittle texture. They carry a mild earthy aroma with faint smoky notes from traditional processing. When brewed or simmered, the liquid is typically deep amber and mildly sweet with a gentle bitter undertone.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed as a warm herbal tea
• Simmered in soups and broths
• Added to congee
• Used in traditional decoctions

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, black ginseng is traditionally used in decoctions and soups to support qi and vitality, especially during colder months. It is often simmered alone or paired with red dates, goji berries, or chicken. Traditional preparation involves slow simmering to extract its warming properties.

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