Ban Feng He Dried Root Slices Half Maple Lotus Root Traditional TCM Herb 500g Bag

Ban Feng He (半枫荷), also called Fan Bai Ye Gen, is a dried root herb traditionally used in southern Chinese folk herbalism. Botanically associated with roots used as Ban Feng He, this product consists of dried, cut root pieces prepared by drying. In TCM tradition it is valued for supporting joint and sinew comfort and is commonly simmered in decoctions or soups. Store refrigerated and consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Ban Feng He (半枫荷) root pieces, a classic southern Chinese folk herb
• Traditionally associated with joint, sinew, and wind-damp comfort in TCM practice
• Cut and dried form suitable for decoctions, soups, and herbal soaks
• New harvest stock, dried processing, 12-month shelf life
• Supplied in a 500g bag, ideal for regular home decoction use

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried root pieces are brownish to grey-brown with a firm, woody texture and fibrous cut surfaces. They carry a mild earthy, slightly astringent aroma, and when simmered they typically yield a light brown, gently bitter and astringent decoction.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked soups in folk herbal recipes
• Used in external herbal foot or body soaks
• Prepared as part of seasonal wellness routines under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In southern Chinese folk herbalism, Ban Feng He has long been used in decoctions and medicinal soups, often paired with herbs such as Du Zhong or Niu Xi in traditional joint and sinew formulas. It is traditionally associated with dispelling wind-damp and supporting mobility, and is also used externally in herbal baths or soaks. Use is best guided by a qualified TCM practitioner.

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