Dried Dandelion Whole Herb Pu Gong Ying 500g Natural Sun Dried Herbal Tea and Decoction Ingredient

Dried Dandelion Whole Herb, known in TCM as Pu Gong Ying (蒲公英), from Taraxacum officinale. This listing offers naturally sun-dried whole dandelion herb, a common raw botanical in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with clearing heat and is valued in seasonal herbal routines. Suitable for herbal tea, decoctions, and culinary preparations; consult a professional before use, especially for special populations.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried dandelion herb supplied as a raw edible agricultural product
• Botanical source Taraxacum officinale known in TCM as Pu Gong Ying
• Naturally sun-dried with no further processing
• Traditionally associated with clearing heat in TCM practice
• Versatile for herbal tea, decoctions, and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried herb shows green to yellowish-green fragmented leaves with some root and flower pieces, a dry brittle texture, and a fresh grassy aroma. When brewed or decocted it typically yields a light golden infusion with a mildly bitter, earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a simple herbal tea
• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to soups and congee in seasonal cooking
• Blend with other herbs for custom herbal formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM, dandelion is traditionally used to clear heat and is a common spring and summer herb. It is often prepared as a simple decoction or combined with herbs such as honeysuckle and chrysanthemum in traditional heat-clearing formulas. Fresh or dried leaves have also long been used in folk cooking, added to soups, salads, and seasonal dishes.

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