Dried Angelica Slices Dang Gui Bulk 500g Traditional Herbal Decoction Ingredient

Dried Chinese Angelica Slices, known in TCM as Dang Gui (当归), from Angelica sinensis. These cut root pieces are a classic blood-nourishing herb traditionally associated with the heart, liver, and spleen channels, with a sweet, slightly pungent, warm nature. Sourced from Gansu and sold as a food-grade agricultural product, they are commonly simmered in soups, decoctions, and herbal teas. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Classic TCM herb Dang Gui (当归) in convenient cut root form
• Botanical source Angelica sinensis, a well-known Chinese medicinal root
• Sourced from Minxian, Gansu, a traditional angelica-growing region
• 500g bulk pack suitable for home decoction, soups, and herbal blends
• Traditionally used to nourish and invigorate the blood in TCM practice

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a yellowish-brown to tan exterior with a pale, aromatic cross-section. The texture is firm yet slightly oily, and the aroma is characteristically sweet and pungent. When simmered, the liquor typically carries a warm, earthy sweetness with a mild bitterness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in chicken or pork bone soups for a traditional herbal flavor
• Decocted alone or with other herbs in classic TCM formulas
• Brewed as a warm herbal tea with ginger or red dates
• Added to congee or slow-cooked dishes for seasonal nourishment

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Dang Gui is traditionally used to tonify the blood, invigorate blood circulation, and moisten dryness. It is a key herb in classic formulas such as Si Wu Tang and Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang, and is commonly paired with yellow astragalus, red dates, or ginger. In folk practice, it is a staple in postpartum soups and winter warming dishes across China.

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