White Peony Root Slices Bai Shao 500g Dried Paeonia lactiflora for Tea and Decoction

White Peony Root Slices, known in TCM as Bai Shao (白芍), from Paeonia lactiflora. These dried root slices are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with nourishing the blood and softening the liver in TCM theory. Slightly cold in nature with bitter and sour flavor, they are commonly used in decoctions, teas, and herbal formulas. Store frozen to preserve freshness and use as part of a balanced traditional wellness routine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Bai Shao (白芍) white peony root slices from Paeonia lactiflora
• Traditionally used in TCM to nourish blood and support liver balance
• Carefully sliced dried root pieces suitable for tea, decoction, and soup
• Loose bulk weighing format with 500g jar option for convenient storage
• Sourced from mainland China with a 365-day shelf life when stored frozen

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a pale white to light pinkish surface with a firm, dense texture and subtle powdery cross-section. They carry a faint herbal aroma, and when simmered or steeped they yield a mildly bitter, slightly sour taste typical of Bai Shao.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions with licorice root following traditional formulas
• Steep slices in hot water as a simple daily herbal tea
• Add to nourishing soups and congee for traditional seasonal cooking
• Combine with other TCM herbs such as Dang Gui or Chuan Xiong in classic blends

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Bai Shao is traditionally associated with nourishing blood, regulating menstruation, and easing liver yang. It is a key herb in classic formulas such as Si Wu Tang (Four Substances Decoction) and Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang, where it is paired with Rehmannia, Dang Gui, and Zhi Gan Cao. Traditionally prepared by simmering in decoctions or adding to tonic soups, it is often used in autumn and winter wellness routines.

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