Wild Gao Ben Powder 500g Ligusticum Sinense Root Powder Traditional Chinese Herb

Gao Ben (藁本) powder, milled from dried roots of Ligusticum sinense, a classic herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. In TCM theory it is pungent in flavor and warm in nature, traditionally associated with the bladder channel. This pre-packaged powder offers a convenient form for traditional herbal preparation. Store frozen and use as directed by a qualified herbal practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional Chinese herb Gao Ben (藁本) ground into a fine ready-to-use powder
• Botanical source Ligusticum sinense, dried root material
• In TCM theory pungent and warm, traditionally associated with the bladder channel
• Sun-dried and milled processing with 12-month shelf life
• Pre-packaged 500g pack suitable for decoctions and external herbal preparations

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically light brown to grayish-brown with a fine, dry texture. It typically carries a pungent, aromatic scent characteristic of Ligusticum roots, with a warm, spicy taste when prepared.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Prepare as a traditional decoction under practitioner guidance
• Blend into herbal formulas according to TCM prescriptions
• Use in external herbal washes or compresses in folk practice
• Incorporate into seasonal herbal preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gao Ben is traditionally used to dispel wind-cold and is traditionally associated with relieving head and top-of-body discomfort. It commonly appears in classical decoction formulas, often paired with Qiang Huo (Notopterygium) and Bai Zhi (Angelica dahurica). Traditional preparation involves simmering the sliced root in water.

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