Diu Liao Bang Root (Claoxylon indicum) — Dried TCM Herb for Wind-Damp Formulas

Diu Liao Bang (Claoxylon indicum), also known in folk herbal traditions as Zhui Feng Gen (追风根) and Gan Feng Chai (赶风柴), is the dried root and stem of a traditional Chinese herb long valued in regional folk practice for dispelling wind and dampness. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it is associated with the Liver and Kidney channels, where it is traditionally used to ease joint stiffness, support smooth movement of the limbs, and address wind-damp obstruction patterns. Its nature is warm and its flavor is bitter and pungent, giving it a strong, dispersing character suited to decoctions and external washes.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional wind-dispelling folk herb
• Dried Diu Liao Bang root and stem
• Claoxylon indicum
• Suitable for decoction and external wash
• Bulk 500g value pack

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its natural tan-to-brown color, firm woody texture, and mild earthy aroma. When decocted, the pieces release a deep, slightly bitter and pungent infusion with a warm, grounding character, typical of traditional wind-damp herbs.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional decoction with other herbs
• External wash for limbs
• Wind-damp herbal formulas
• Folk herbal soak blends
• Regional herbal practice

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Diu Liao Bang is decocted alone or with other wind-damp herbs to support joint comfort and limb mobility. It is also used in external washes and soaks, where the warm, dispersing nature of the herb is applied topically. In some regional traditions, it is combined with herbs like du huo, qiang huo, and wei ling xian in formulas for seasonal dampness.

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