Zhu Ru Bamboo Shavings Dried Herb 500g Traditional TCM Decoction Ingredient

Zhu Ru (竹茹), known in English as Bamboo Shavings, is the dried middle-layer scrapings of bamboo stem, traditionally sourced from species such as Phyllostachys nigra. In TCM theory it is considered sweet and slightly cold, traditionally associated with clearing heat and transforming phlegm. This loose shredded form is sun-dried for decoction use and is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional TCM herb known as Zhu Ru (竹茹) or Bamboo Shavings
• Derived from the dried middle stem layer of bamboo
• Loose shredded form suitable for decoction preparation
• Sun-dried processing with 12-month shelf life
• Sold as a bulk 500g pack of edible agricultural produce

Quality & Sensory

Typically light yellow-green to pale yellow in color, with soft curled shreds and a fibrous, slightly elastic texture. The aroma is typically mild and grassy, and decocted liquid usually carries a faintly sweet, clean taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal decoctions
• Blended into multi-herb TCM formulas
• Brewed as a mild traditional herbal tea
• Used in seasonal wellness soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Zhu Ru is traditionally used in decoctions, often paired with herbs such as Chen Pi (tangerine peel) and Zhi Shi in classic formulas. It is traditionally associated with clearing heat and resolving phlegm, and is commonly prepared by simmering the shreds in water. It has long been included in seasonal herbal drinks and household decoction blends.

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