Tie Gun Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea polystachya) — Low-Temperature Baked Iron Stick Yam, Sulfur-Free
$6.03 – $8.92Price range: $6.03 through $8.92
Description
Tie Gun Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea polystachya) are the dried rhizome slices of a highly revered traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Shān Yào (山药), with the prized 'Iron Stick' cultivar called Tiě Gùn Shān Yào (铁棍山药). For centuries, Shan Yao has been treasured as a gentle, spleen-strengthening, qi-nourishing herb, traditionally used to support digestion, build vitality, and replenish the body's essential qi. Its nature is sweet and neutral, making it one of the most balanced and food-friendly herbs in the TCM repertoire, suitable for long-term daily nourishment.



Key Selling Points
- Prized 'Iron Stick' yam cultivar from Henan
- Low-temperature baked, sulfur-free processing
- Traditional spleen-strengthening food herb
- Dioscorea polystachya rhizome slices
- Versatile for tea, soup, congee, and daily tonics



Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully sliced and low-temperature baked to preserve its creamy ivory color, firm yet smooth texture, and mild, subtly sweet earthy aroma. The slices are clean and uniform, free of sulfur fumes or harsh chemical odor. When simmered or decocted, they soften into a tender, slightly starchy consistency and yield a gentle, naturally sweet infusion that adds body and quiet nourishment to broths and teas.



Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Slices |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Tie Gun Shan Yao |
| Botanical Name | Dioscorea polystachya |
| Form | Dried Slices / Diced Pieces |
| Origin | Henan, China |
| Processing | Low-Temperature Baked, Sulfur-Free |



Usage Scenarios
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Herbal tea blends
- Congee and grain porridge
- Daily vitality tonics
- Medicinal food soup packs



Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Shan Yao is decocted into soups, congee, and longevity tonics to support daily vitality and gentle nourishment. It is a classic ingredient in medicinal food soups, where it pairs with ingredients like goji berry, jujube, lotus seed, and pork rib. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other gentle herbs for a light, mildly sweet infusion that can be enjoyed throughout the day.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Tie Gun Shan Yao?
A: Tie Gun Shan Yao is the common Chinese name for the 'Iron Stick' cultivar of Dioscorea polystachya, a traditional food herb prized in TCM for its balanced, gentle nourishing properties. It is used as both food and herbal ingredient.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Shan Yao?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Shan Yao is associated with strengthening the spleen, nourishing qi, and supporting the stomach and lungs. It is often used in soups and congee for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Shan Yao slices?
A: Rinse the slices and simmer them with soup ingredients, or brew them in hot water as part of a tea blend. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Guanghuai yam 500g, Sulfur free iron rod yam slices 500g, Sulfur free iron rod yam slices 500g, Sulfur free iron rod horseshoe slices 500g, Sulfur free shredded yam 500g, Round slices of yam 500g, 500g of diced yam |
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