Dried Codonopsis Root Whole Dang Shen 500g Gansu Raw Herb for Decoction and Soup

Dried Codonopsis Root, known in TCM as Dang Shen (党参), from Codonopsis pilosula, supplied as whole dried roots. Sourced from Gansu and naturally sun-dried, this root is traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory it is considered sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with the spleen and lung channels. Store in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Codonopsis roots from Gansu, China
• Botanical source Codonopsis pilosula, known as Dang Shen (党参)
• Naturally sun-dried with no further processing
• Traditionally used in TCM decoctions, soups, and herbal teas
• 500g pack suitable for regular home herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

Whole roots typically show a yellowish-brown to grayish-brown exterior with fine longitudinal wrinkles and a soft, slightly flexible texture. The cut surface is typically pale yellow with a sweet, mildly earthy aroma, and decocted roots yield a gently sweet, mellow taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal decoctions with other roots
• Added to slow-cooked soups with poultry or pork
• Brewed as a mild daily herbal tea
• Cooked into nourishing congee

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Dang Shen is traditionally used in tonifying formulas and is a common gentler substitute in recipes calling for ginseng. It is frequently paired with astragalus, goji berries, and Chinese yam in soups and decoctions, and is popular in autumn and winter nourishing dishes. Whole roots are typically sliced or simmered before use.

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