Sichuan Mai Dong Dried Ophiopogon Root 500g TCM Herbal Tea and Decoction Slices

Dried Sichuan Ophiopogon Root, known in TCM as Mai Dong or Mai Men Dong (麦冬), from Ophiopogon japonicus. These naturally sun-dried root pieces are a classic yin-nourishing herb, traditionally associated with the heart, lung, and stomach channels and valued for a sweet and slightly bitter nature. In TCM theory they are traditionally used to support fluid and moisture balance. Suitable for herbal tea, decoctions, and culinary recipes.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Sichuan-grown Mai Dong (麦冬) dried root pieces
• Botanical source Ophiopogon japonicus with naturally sun-dried processing
• Classic TCM yin-nourishing herb traditionally linked to heart lung and stomach channels
• Whole dried root form ideal for steeping simmering and decocting
• 500g value pack suited to daily herbal tea and seasonal soup use

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish to light brown spindle-shaped root pieces with a plump semi-translucent look and a faint herbal aroma. When steeped or simmered they typically yield a mild sweet slightly bitter taste with a soft chewy texture after soaking.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other tonic roots
• Add to congee or slow-cooked soups
• Use in seasonal cooling herbal drinks

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Mai Dong is traditionally used to nourish yin and moisten the lungs and is a common ingredient in fluid-supporting decoctions. It is often paired with herbs such as Sha Shen or Yu Zhu in autumn and dry-season teas and soups, and is also simmered with lily bulb or American ginseng for daily wellness drinks.

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