Jilin Astragalus Root Slices 250g Dried Huang Qi for Tea and Soup

Dried Astragalus Root Slices, known in TCM as Huang Qi (黄芪), from Astragalus membranaceus. These sliced roots from Jilin are a classic qi-tonifying herb traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory, Huang Qi is sweet in flavor and slightly warm in nature, associated with the Spleen and Lung channels. The slices are suited for brewing as tea, simmering in soups, or adding to daily decoctions.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Astragalus membranaceus root slices from Jilin, Northeast China
• Known in TCM as Huang Qi (黄芪), a classic qi-tonifying herb
• Sliced form convenient for tea, soup, and decoction preparation
• 250g net weight with 24-month shelf life when stored refrigerated
• Traditionally associated with the Spleen and Lung channels in TCM theory

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically pale yellow to light brown with a firm, woody texture and a mild, earthy aroma. When brewed or simmered, the liquid is typically light golden with a subtly sweet and mild herbal taste. Actual color and aroma may vary slightly by batch.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed as a daily herbal tea
• Simmered in soups and broths
• Added to herbal decoctions
• Cooked into congee

Traditional Uses

In TCM tradition, Huang Qi is a well-known qi-tonifying herb often simmered in decoctions or added to soups. It is commonly paired with herbs such as Dang Shen, Gou Qi Zi, or Hong Zao in daily nourishing preparations. Folk practice also includes brewing the slices alone as a simple tea or cooking them into congee for seasonal support.

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