He Shou Wu Dried Fo-Ti Root Slices 500g Sichuan Herbal Tea and Decoction Ingredient

Dried Fo-Ti Root Slices, known in TCM as He Shou Wu (何首乌), from Polygonum multiflorum. These sliced roots are sourced from Sichuan and sold as a raw food-grade botanical for decoction, tea, or grinding into powder. In TCM theory, He Shou Wu is traditionally associated with nourishing the blood and supporting vitality. Store sealed at room temperature and use as part of a balanced herbal routine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic He Shou Wu (何首乌) dried root slices from Sichuan
• Botanical source Polygonum multiflorum, a classic TCM tonic herb
• Sliced form ready for decoction, tea, or grinding into powder
• Traditionally associated in TCM with nourishing blood and supporting vitality
• 500g resealable bag with 24-month shelf life at room temperature

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a light brown to reddish-brown exterior with a pale, starchy cut surface and firm, dry texture. The aroma is typically mild and earthy, and decocted liquid carries a subtle, slightly bitter-sweet herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions or tonic soups
• Steep slices for a traditional herbal tea
• Grind into powder for culinary or herbal blending
• Add to congee or seasonal nourishing dishes

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, He Shou Wu root is a well-known tonic herb often simmered in long-cooked soups and decoctions, sometimes paired with herbs such as goji berry, angelica root, or black beans. It has also been traditionally ground into powder for congee or blended formulas, and is a familiar ingredient in seasonal nourishing dishes.

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