Chuan Duan Powder (Dipsacus asper) — Freshly Ground Ultra-Fine Xu Duan Root Powder, 500g

Chuan Duan Powder (Dipsacus asper) is the freshly ground, ultra-fine powder of the dried root of a traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Chuān Duàn (川断), also written as Xù Duàn (续断). For centuries, Chuan Duan has been prized as a tonic herb for strengthening the sinews and bones, supporting the Liver and Kidney channels, and promoting the smooth flow of qi and blood. Its nature is slightly warm, bitter, and pungent, making it a classic herb for supporting the lower back, knees, and connective tissues within traditional wellness practice.

Key Selling Points

• Freshly ground ultra-fine Chuan Duan root powder
• Traditional herb for sinew and bone support
• Dipsacus asper, sourced from Bozhou, Anhui
• 500g bulk loose powder for compounding
• Naturally sun-dried, no additives

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is naturally sun-dried and freshly milled into an ultra-fine, uniform powder with no visible impurities. The powder is a light tan to pale brown color with a soft, silky texture that disperses easily. It carries a mild, earthy, slightly bitter botanical aroma, and when decocted or blended it yields a gentle, subtly bitter infusion characteristic of traditional root herbs.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Raw material for herbal compounding and processing
• Bulk supply for herbal shops and clinics
• External use in foot soaks and topical preparations
• Decoction under professional TCM guidance
• E-commerce and wholesale distribution

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Chuan Duan is decocted into soups and tonic formulas traditionally associated with supporting the lower back, knees, and sinews. It is often paired with herbs like Du Zhong, Niu Xi, and Dang Gui in classical bone-and-sinew formulas. In daily practice, it may be added to medicinal congee or simmered broths, and it is also used externally in foot soaks and compress preparations. As with all traditional herbs, it is best used under the guidance of a qualified TCM practitioner.

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