Dried Areca Peel Da Fu Pi 500g TCM Herbal Slices for Decoction and Tea

Dried Areca Peel, known in TCM as Da Fu Pi (大腹皮), from the pericarp of Areca catechu. These sliced dried peel pieces are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with moving qi and resolving dampness in TCM theory. Mild in nature with a slightly acrid traditional flavor profile, they are commonly used in decoctions and herbal formulas. Store in a cool dry place and use under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Da Fu Pi 大腹皮 dried areca peel slices from Areca catechu pericarp
• Carefully cut slices suitable for decoction pieces and herbal formulas
• Traditionally used in TCM to move qi and promote dampness resolution
• 500g bulk pack ideal for herbal shops, clinics, and home decoction use
• Sold as a dried edible agricultural product with 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically appear light brown to tan with a fibrous, slightly loose texture. They carry a faint herbal aroma, and when decocted the liquid typically has a mild, slightly acrid taste typical of areca pericarp.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions following traditional formulas
• Add to multi-herb soup packs prepared under practitioner guidance
• Brew as a light herbal tea with other qi-regulating herbs
• Use in seasonal herbal cooking where areca peel is called for

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Da Fu Pi is traditionally associated with regulating qi, widening the middle, and promoting urination to resolve dampness. It is often paired with herbs such as Chen Pi, Fu Ling, and Hou Po in classic decoctions. Traditionally prepared by simmering the slices in water, it has long been used in seasonal formulas during damp or humid weather.

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