Plantain and Smilax Glabra Herbal Combination Che Qian Cao Tu Fu Ling Dried Herb Blend for Decoction and Soup 35g

Plantain and Smilax Glabra Combination, known in TCM as Che Qian Cao Tu Fu Ling (车前草土茯苓), pairs Plantago asiatica aerial parts with the rhizome of Smilax glabra. This dried herb duo is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice for decoctions and soups. In TCM theory, plantain is sweet and cold and enters the kidney and bladder channels, while smilax is sweet and bland. Simmer before use and consult a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Classic two-herb TCM pairing of plantain herb and smilax rhizome
• Che Qian Cao (车前草) and Tu Fu Ling (土茯苓) supplied as dried cut botanicals
• Botanical sources Plantago asiatica and Smilax glabra
• Suitable for home decoction, herbal soup, and daily simmered drinks
• Convenient 35g pack stored in a cool dry place

Quality & Sensory

The plantain herb typically appears as dried green to gray-green cut leaves and stems with a mild grassy aroma, while smilax rhizome slices are typically pale beige to light brown with a firm, starchy texture. When decocted, the brew typically tastes mildly earthy and slightly sweet.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a traditional herbal decoction
• Add to slow-cooked soups with pork or poultry
• Brew as a light simmered herbal tea
• Use in seasonal summer cooling drinks

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, plantain herb is traditionally associated with promoting urination and clearing damp-heat, while smilax rhizome is traditionally used to support joint comfort and clear dampness. The pair is commonly simmered together in water or added to soups, especially during humid summer months. Traditional preparations often combine them with other damp-clearing herbs such as coix seed or poria.

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