Dried Fodder Herb Fo Er Cao 1000g Loose Bulk Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient

Dried Fodder Herb, known in TCM as Fo Er Cao (佛耳草) and also called Shu Qu Cao (鼠曲草), from Gnaphalium affine. This bulk herb consists of the dried aerial plant, sun-dried for preservation. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with a neutral nature and slightly sweet flavor. Commonly used in folk herbal teas, decoctions, and seasonal culinary preparations. Store in a cool dry place and consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Fo Er Cao (佛耳草) also known as Shu Qu Cao (鼠曲草)
• Botanical source Gnaphalium affine with dried aerial plant form
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural herb for decoction use
• Sourced from Anhui province in loose bulk 1000g packaging
• Traditionally used in folk herbal teas and seasonal culinary recipes

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried herb appears grayish-green with soft silvery-white hairs on the leaves and stems. It carries a mild grassy aroma and, when brewed or decocted, yields a light herbal taste that is typically slightly sweet.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a traditional folk herbal tea
• Simmer into herbal decoctions
• Use in seasonal culinary preparations such as qingtuan-style dough
• Blend into herbal soup packs

Traditional Uses

In TCM and folk practice, Fo Er Cao is traditionally associated with moistening the lungs and easing cough, and it has long been used in springtime recipes. A well-known use is mixing the chopped herb into glutinous rice dough for qingtuan, a traditional seasonal snack. It is also simmered alone or with other herbs as a mild daily decoction.

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