Yang Qi Shi Actinolite Mineral Herb Traditional TCM Raw Stone Sold by Jin

Yang Qi Shi (阳起石), known as Actinolite, is a traditional Chinese mineral herb sold as raw stone pieces. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with warming the kidney yang channel. This mineral is typically handled as a decoction ingredient under practitioner guidance and is not commonly used as a food herb. Store at room temperature in a dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional Chinese mineral herb known as Yang Qi Shi (阳起石)
• Also recorded under the names Bai Shi and Yang Shi in traditional references
• Raw stone form suitable for decoction preparation under professional guidance
• In TCM theory traditionally associated with warming kidney yang
• Sold by the jin as a bulk agricultural-market commodity with bulk pricing available

Quality & Sensory

Typically appears as grayish-green to dark green fibrous or granular mineral pieces with a stony, heavy texture and no herbal aroma. As an inorganic mineral it has no taste when decocted.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional decoction preparation under the guidance of a qualified TCM practitioner
• Ingredient in classical mineral-based herbal formulas
• Bulk supply for herbal pharmacies and dispensaries
• Reference or display specimen for traditional medicine study

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Yang Qi Shi has historically been classified as a kidney-yang warming mineral, traditionally used in classical formulas and often processed by calcination before decoction. It was commonly combined with other yang-tonifying herbs in historical practice. Because it is a mineral substance, traditional texts advise careful processing and professional supervision rather than casual food use.

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