Tai Ji Shi (Taiji Stone / Jia Xiang) — Mineral Herb for Traditional TCM Formulas
$5.72
999999794 in stock
Description
Tai Ji Shi (太极石), also known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Jiǎ Xiāng (甲香) and colloquially as Cuī Shēng Zǐ (催生子), is a mineral-class substance traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice. Classified among mineral (矿石类) materia medica, it has been valued in classical formulas for its settling, harmonizing, and spirit-anchoring qualities. Its nature is traditionally described as neutral and gently astringent, making it a supportive mineral ingredient in compound decoctions rather than a stand-alone daily herb.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional mineral-class TCM substance
- Known as Tai Ji Shi, Jia Xiang, and Cui Sheng Zi
- Food-herb primary agricultural product
- New-crop stock, 500g per unit
- Sourced from China, stored at room temperature
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is selected for a dense, compact mineral body with a smooth, cool surface and a subtle stone-like sheen. The material is clean and free of obvious grit or debris. When decocted in a compound formula, it contributes a neutral, mineral character without a strong aroma or flavor of its own, allowing other herbs in the formula to lead the taste.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Mineral-Class Herbal Material |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Tai Ji Shi (Jia Xiang / Cui Sheng Zi) |
| Origin | China |
| Net Content | 500g |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Storage | Room temperature, dry place |
Usage Scenarios
- Traditional compound herbal decoctions
- Classical mineral-herb formulas
- Herbal ingredient for practitioner blending
- Bulk herbal procurement and resale
- Traditional wellness preparation
Traditional Uses
In classical Chinese herbal practice, Tai Ji Shi (Jia Xiang) is grouped among mineral substances used in compound decoctions, where it is traditionally paired with other herbs to support formulas associated with settling the spirit and harmonizing the middle. It is rarely used alone; instead, it appears in multi-herb preparations that follow traditional mineral-herb pairing logic. In folk practice, mineral-class materials like this are decocted in cloth bags or added to longer-simmered formulas, and are sometimes included in traditional wellness preparations rather than everyday teas.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Tai Ji Shi?
A: Tai Ji Shi (太极石) is a mineral-class substance used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, also known as Jia Xiang (甲香) and colloquially as Cui Sheng Zi (催生子). It is traditionally used as an ingredient in compound herbal formulas.
Q: How is Tai Ji Shi traditionally used?
A: In TCM practice, mineral substances like Tai Ji Shi are typically included in multi-herb decoctions rather than used alone. They are often simmered in a cloth bag as part of a longer-cooked formula, following traditional mineral-herb pairing methods.
Q: How should this product be stored?
A: Store at room temperature in a dry place, away from moisture and strong odors. The stated shelf life is 24 months from the production date.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 15 × 8 cm |
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