Tie Pi Shi Hu Dried Stems (Dendrobium officinale) — 5-Year Huoshan Feng Dou, 100g
$5.58 – $17.25Price range: $5.58 through $17.25
Description
Tie Pi Shi Hu Dried Stems (Dendrobium officinale) are the dried stems of a highly revered food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Tiě Pí Shí Hú (铁皮石斛), also called Iron-Skin Dendrobium. Grown in Anhui and shaped into traditional Feng Dou (枫斗) coils from five-year plants, Shi Hu has been prized for centuries as a yin-nourishing, fluid-generating herb used to moisten dryness, support the Stomach, and gently replenish the body. Its nature is sweet, slightly cold, and nourishing, making it a mild yet deeply restorative herb for daily wellness.



Key Selling Points
- Traditional yin-nourishing food herb
- Five-year Huoshan Tie Pi Shi Hu
- Hand-coiled Feng Dou form
- Rich, full-bodied gel texture
- 100g sealed jar, dried and food-grade



Quality & Sensory
Each stem is carefully dried and coiled into the classic Feng Dou shape, preserving its pale golden-green color, firm yet slightly pliable texture, and clean, faintly grassy aroma. When simmered or steeped, the stems release a thick, glossy gel with a smooth, almost silky mouthfeel and a mild, subtly sweet taste that leaves no coarse residue behind.



Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Stems |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Tie Pi Shi Hu |
| Botanical Name | Dendrobium officinale |
| Form | Dried Feng Dou Coils |
| Origin | Anhui, China |
| Net Weight | 100g |



Usage Scenarios
- Simmered herbal tea and daily infusions
- Chinese-style soups and broths
- Congee and grain porridge
- Blended with goji berry, jujube, or lily bulb
- Slow-cooked seasonal nourishment



Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Tie Pi Shi Hu is simmered into teas, soups, and congee to support daily nourishment, especially during dry seasons when the body craves moisture and gentle replenishment. It is a classic ingredient in longevity-oriented tonic formulas, often paired with goji berry, jujube, American ginseng, or lily bulb. As a daily tea, the Feng Dou coils are slowly steeped or decocted until the gel is fully released, yielding a smooth, mildly sweet infusion.

FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Tie Pi Shi Hu?
A: Tie Pi Shi Hu is the common Chinese name for the dried stems of Dendrobium officinale, also called Iron-Skin Dendrobium. It is a traditional food herb used in teas, soups, and tonics.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Shi Hu?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Shi Hu is associated with nourishing yin, generating fluids, and moistening dryness. It is often used in teas and soups for gentle daily nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Shi Hu Feng Dou?
A: Rinse the coils and simmer them slowly in water or soup, or steep them repeatedly in hot water as a tea. Adjust the quantity and steeping time to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Dendrobium huoshanense no residue 100g, Dendrobium officinale no residue 100g, Dendrobium officinale dried strips 100g, Dendrobium officinale slices 100g, Dendrobium nobile flower gum chi 100g, Dendrobium officinale flower 100g, Dendrobium powder 100g, Dendrobium officinale 100g bottle |
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