Gan Huang Cao Leaves (Penthorum chinense) — Dried Food Herb, 500g
$5.08 – $11.90Price range: $5.08 through $11.90
Description
Gan Huang Cao Leaves (Penthorum chinense) are the dried aerial parts of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Gǎn Huáng Cǎo (赶黄草). Also called Penthorum or Chinese Penthorum, this herb has been prized in folk practice as a Liver-supporting, dampness-transforming botanical used in daily teas and decoctions. Its nature is sweet, bland, and slightly cool, making it a gentle yet focused herb traditionally associated with soothing the Liver, promoting bile flow, and supporting the body's natural detoxification pathways.


Key Selling Points
- Traditional Liver-supporting food herb
- Dried Gan Huang Cao aerial parts
- Penthorum chinense
- 500g bulk leaf specification
- Suitable for daily herbal tea and decoction


Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully harvested and shade-dried to preserve its deep green leaf color, delicate texture, and fresh, grassy aroma. When steeped or decocted, the leaves yield a light golden-green infusion with a mild, slightly bitter-sweet taste and a clean, herbaceous finish that lingers gently on the palate.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Leaves |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Gan Huang Cao |
| Botanical Name | Penthorum chinense |
| Form | Dried Leaves |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |


Usage Scenarios
- Daily herbal tea
- Traditional decoction
- Liver-supporting wellness blends
- Seasonal cleansing routines
- Herbal soup ingredient


Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Gan Huang Cao is decocted alone or blended with other herbs into daily teas and soups to support Liver wellness and the body's natural detoxification. It is a common ingredient in regional wellness decoctions, where it pairs with ingredients like chrysanthemum, goji berry, and jujube. As a tea, it is brewed simply with hot water for a light, refreshing infusion that fits easily into morning or afternoon routines.


FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Gan Huang Cao?
A: Gan Huang Cao is the common Chinese name for the dried aerial parts of Penthorum chinense, also called Chinese Penthorum. It is a traditional food herb used in teas and decoctions.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Gan Huang Cao?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Gan Huang Cao is associated with soothing the Liver, promoting bile flow, and supporting the body's natural detoxification. It is often used in daily teas and decoctions for Liver wellness support.
Q: How do I use dried Gan Huang Cao leaves?
A: Rinse the leaves and steep them in hot water as a tea, or simmer them with other ingredients in a decoction. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.

Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Rush yellow grass 500g, Rush yellow grass leaves 500g |
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