Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb
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Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb

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Description

Gou Teng (钩藤), known as Uncaria Hook, is the dried hooked stem and thorn of Uncaria rhynchophylla, a classic herb in traditional Chinese medicine. In TCM theory it is associated with the liver and pericardium channels and has a sweet and slightly cold nature. Traditionally used in herbal decoctions, it is supplied as whole dried hooks for culinary and herbal preparation. Not suitable for children.

Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb overview
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb overview
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb overview

Key Selling Points

  • Authentic Gou Teng (钩藤) dried hooks from Hunan province
  • Botanical source Uncaria rhynchophylla, a recognized TCM herb
  • Whole natural form with no sulfur fumigation treatment
  • Contains approximately 70% hook content per 500g pack
  • Traditionally used in decoctions and herbal formulas
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb key features
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb key features
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb key features

Quality & Sensory

Typically reddish-brown to purplish-brown hooks with a firm woody texture and a faint herbal aroma. When decocted, the liquid is typically light amber with a mild, slightly bitter and astringent taste.

Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb quality and texture
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb quality and texture
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried herbal decoction piece
Chinese Name 钩藤
Pinyin Gou Teng
Botanical Name Uncaria rhynchophylla
Plant Part Dried hooked stem
Net Weight 500g per pack
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb specifications
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb specifications
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
  • Added to herbal soup preparations
  • Used in TCM formula combinations under practitioner guidance
  • Brewed as a traditional herbal tea
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb in use
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb in use
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb in use

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Gou Teng is traditionally associated with calming liver yang and extinguishing internal wind. It is commonly included in classical formulas, often decocted briefly and added near the end of cooking. Traditionally paired with herbs such as Tian Ma and Ju Hua in seasonal herbal preparations.

Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb preparation
Gou Teng Dried Uncaria Hook Herb 500g Hunan Origin Traditional Decoction Herb preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: This is 500g of dried Gou Teng (钩藤), the hooked stem of Uncaria rhynchophylla, sourced from Hunan and sold as a raw culinary herb.

Q: What is its traditional value?

A: In TCM theory, Gou Teng is sweet and slightly cold and is traditionally associated with the liver channel, commonly used in classical decoction formulas.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: It is typically simmered in herbal decoctions or soups, often added during the final minutes of cooking according to traditional practice.

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Packaging specifications 500g of goods, Hooking rate 95 500g, Hooking rate 70 500g

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