Goosegrass Herb Niu Jin Cao Dried Whole Grass 500g Bulk Raw Herbal Material

Goosegrass Herb, known in TCM as Niu Jin Cao (牛筋草), is the dried whole grass of Eleusine indica. This sun-dried raw botanical is traditionally associated with clearing heat and promoting urination in TCM theory. Sold as a food-grade agricultural product, it is commonly used in decoctions and folk herbal preparations. Consult a qualified practitioner before use, as it is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Dried whole grass of Eleusine indica, a traditional Chinese folk herb
• Known in TCM as Niu Jin Cao (牛筋草), also called Xishuai Cao or Qianjin Cao
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural character of the raw herb
• Sourced from Anhui province and sold as a food-grade agricultural product
• Suitable for decoctions, folk formulas, and herbal material supply

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried herb appears as slender stems with narrow linear leaves in a yellowish-green to grayish-green tone. The texture is firm and slightly tough, with a mild grassy aroma and a light, faintly astringent taste when decocted.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Used as raw material in folk herbal formulas
• Prepared as a simple herbal tea infusion
• Supplied to herbal shops and TCM pharmacies as bulk material

Traditional Uses

In TCM and Chinese folk practice, Niu Jin Cao is traditionally used to clear heat, promote urination, and support general wellness during hot seasons. It is often decocted alone or combined with other cooling herbs such as Hua Shi or Jin Qian Cao in folk preparations. It has also been traditionally associated with dispelling wind-dampness in folk usage.

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