Da Ji Root (Cirsium japonicum) — Dried Chinese Herb for Decoction & Tea

Da Ji Root (Cirsium japonicum) is the dried root of a traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Dà Jì Gēn (大蓟根). For centuries, Da Ji has been prized as a cooling, blood-regulating herb, traditionally used to clear heat, cool the blood, and support the body's natural balance. Its nature is sweet, slightly bitter, and cool, making it a gentle yet effective herb for soothing internal heat and supporting healthy circulation.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional heat-clearing food herb
• Dried Da Ji root slices
• Cirsium japonicum
• Suitable for decoction and tea
• New-crop, clean quality

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its light brown color, firm texture, and mild earthy aroma. When decocted, the root yields a gentle, slightly bitter infusion with a subtle sweetness, adding depth to herbal blends without overpowering other ingredients.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal decoction
• Tea blends
• Soup and broth
• Seasonal wellness routines
• Traditional herbal formulas

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Da Ji Root is decocted into soups, teas, and tonics to support the body's natural cooling and cleansing processes. It is a common ingredient in summer decoctions, where it pairs with ingredients like lotus leaf, honeysuckle, and chrysanthemum. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other cooling herbs for a light, mildly bitter infusion.

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