Ma Bo (Lasiosphaera seu Calvatia) — Dried Puffball Mushroom Herb, Food-Grade 500g
$11.57 – $142.01Price range: $11.57 through $142.01
Description
Ma Bo (Lasiosphaera seu Calvatia), also known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Mǎ Bó (马勃) and affectionately called "horse dung puff" or "horse fart bubble" in folk herbal circles, is the dried fruiting body of the puffball fungus. For centuries, Ma Bo has been prized as a cooling, heat-clearing, and throat-soothing herb, traditionally used to relieve sore throat, hoarseness, and heat-related discomfort. Its nature is pungent and neutral, making it a gentle yet effective herb for clearing Lung heat and benefiting the throat.





Key Selling Points
- Traditional heat-clearing food herb
- Dried puffball fungus fruiting body
- Lasiosphaera seu Calvatia
- Food-grade agricultural product
- 500g bulk pack, 18-month shelf life





Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully collected and dried to preserve its light brown to greyish-brown color, spongy texture, and mild earthy aroma. When decocted, the puffball softens and releases a subtle, slightly smoky flavor with a smooth, mucilaginous mouthfeel, blending well with other herbs in teas and soups.





Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Ma Bo |
| Botanical Name | Lasiosphaera seu Calvatia |
| Form | Dried Fruiting Body |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Shelf Life | 18 months |





Usage Scenarios
- Herbal tea blends for throat comfort
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Traditional decoction formulas
- Seasonal heat-clearing teas
- Food-herb culinary use





Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Ma Bo is decocted into teas and soups to soothe the throat and clear heat, often paired with ingredients like honeysuckle, forsythia, and mint. It is a common ingredient in traditional throat-soothing formulas and seasonal teas, where it is brewed alone or blended with other cooling herbs for a light, mildly earthy infusion.




FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Ma Bo?
A: Ma Bo is the common Chinese name for the dried fruiting body of the puffball fungus Lasiosphaera seu Calvatia. It is a traditional food herb used in teas and soups.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Ma Bo?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Ma Bo is associated with clearing heat, cooling the blood, and benefiting the throat. It is often used in teas and soups for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Ma Bo?
A: Rinse the herb and simmer it with soup ingredients, or brew it in hot water as part of a tea blend. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Xiaoma bo black 0 5kg piece, Damao black 0 5kg piece, Undersea cotton agaric 0 5kg piece |
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