She Gan Sliced Belamcanda Rhizome 500g Sichuan Dried Herbal Tea Decoction Pieces

She Gan (射干), also called Chuan She Gan, is the dried sliced rhizome of Belamcanda chinensis, a classic herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. In TCM theory it is bitter in flavor and cold in nature, traditionally associated with the Lung channel. These dried slices are suitable for herbal tea, decoctions, and traditional formulas. Store refrigerated and use as directed by a qualified herbal practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic She Gan (射干) dried rhizome slices from Sichuan
• Botanical source Belamcanda chinensis, a recognized TCM herb
• Cut into convenient slices for tea, decoction, and formula use
• Bitter flavor and cold nature traditionally associated with the Lung channel in TCM
• Sold as edible agricultural produce with a 36-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a yellowish-brown to dark brown exterior with a pale yellowish cut surface and a firm, starchy texture. They carry a mild, earthy aroma, and when simmered the liquor typically tastes distinctly bitter with a cooling herbal character.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a traditional herbal decoction
• Steep slices in hot water as a bitter herbal tea
• Add to classical TCM herbal formulas
• Store refrigerated for long-term herbal pantry use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, She Gan is traditionally used in decoctions and classical formulas, often paired with herbs such as Ma Huang (麻黄) in traditional throat and lung formulas. It is a common ingredient in herbal pharmacies for seasonal formulas prepared by simmering the slices in water. Traditionally associated with clearing heat in the Lung channel, it is typically used under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

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