Shi Wei (Pyrrosia lingua) — Sulfur-Free Dried Herbal Leaf, Yunnan Origin, 500g
$5.50
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Description
Shi Wei (Pyrrosia lingua), also known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Shí Wěi (石苇) and folk-named Shi Bei Liu (石背柳), is the dried leaf of a traditional food-herb botanical prized for centuries as a cooling, damp-clearing herb. Its nature is sweet, bitter, and slightly cold, entering the Lung and Bladder channels, where it is traditionally used to support clear water metabolism and soothe the lower burner. This sulfur-free, Yunnan-grown leaf is offered as a primary agricultural food product for daily decoction and tea use.




Key Selling Points
- Sulfur-free dried Shi Wei leaf
- Yunnan-origin food-herb botanical
- Traditional damp-clearing TCM herb
- 500g value pack for daily decoction
- Clean primary agricultural product




Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dried to preserve the leaf's deep green-brown color, leathery texture, and faint earthy, slightly mossy aroma. When decocted, the leaves yield a pale amber infusion with a mild, subtly bitter and gently sweet taste, leaving a clean, refreshing finish without harshness.




Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herbal Leaf |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Shi Wei |
| Botanical Name | Pyrrosia lingua |
| Origin | Yunnan, China |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Shelf Life | 18 months |




Usage Scenarios
- Daily herbal decoction
- Blended herbal tea
- Traditional soup and congee
- Seasonal damp-clearing tonic
- Herbal pairing with other food-herbs




Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Shi Wei is decocted alone or combined with herbs such as plantain seed, dandelion, and bamboo leaf to support clear water metabolism and a comfortable lower body. It is also simmered into light soups and congee during humid seasons, and brewed as a daily tea for those seeking a cooling, damp-clearing routine.




FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Shi Wei?
A: Shi Wei is the common Chinese name for the dried leaf of Pyrrosia lingua, a traditional food-herb botanical also known as Shi Bei Liu. It is used in TCM decoctions and daily teas.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Shi Wei?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Shi Wei is associated with clearing heat, promoting water metabolism, and supporting the Lung and Bladder channels. It is often used in decoctions and seasonal teas.
Q: How do I use dried Shi Wei leaf?
A: Rinse the leaves and simmer them in water for a decoction, or brew them as part of a tea blend. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.



Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 18 × 8 cm |
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