Dried Earthworm Di Long 地龙 Whole Dried Lumbricus Traditional TCM Herb 500g

Dried Earthworm, known in TCM as Di Long (地龙), from Pheretima, the dried whole body of the earthworm. This bulk raw herb is carefully dried without sulfur fumigation and cut to a medium-open grade. In TCM theory, Di Long is traditionally associated with cooling properties and is used in classical decoctions. Sold as a food-grade agricultural product for traditional herbal preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Di Long 地龙 dried earthworm from Hainan origin
• Botanical source Pheretima, whole dried body form
• Dried without sulfur fumigation for a clean natural product
• Medium-open cut grade suitable for decoction use
• Bulk 500g pack sold as a traditional Chinese herbal ingredient

Quality & Sensory

Typically dark brown to grayish-brown in color with a slightly flattened, segmented body texture. The aroma is characteristically earthy and mildly fishy. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a strong mineral and earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Prepare as a traditional herbal decoction
• Add to classical TCM herbal formulas
• Use in folk herbal soup preparations
• Incorporate into traditional herbal powders

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Di Long is traditionally used in decoctions and is often paired with herbs such as Gou Teng or Tian Ma in classical formulas. Traditionally associated with clearing heat and calming internal wind in TCM theory. It has also been used in folk practice as a component of seasonal herbal preparations. Preparation typically involves simmering the dried herb in water.

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