Ban Zhi Lian Dried Herb 250g Wild-Harvested Scutellaria barbata Whole Plant Traditional TCM Decoction Herb
Price range: $8.25 through $9.62
Description
Ban Zhi Lian (半枝莲) is the dried whole plant of Scutellaria barbata, a classic Chinese herbal material. In TCM theory it is considered bitter in flavor and cool in nature, traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting the body's natural balance. This dried herb is typically simmered in decoctions or blended with other botanicals such as Bai Hua She She Cao. As a food-grade agricultural product, it is intended for traditional herbal preparation rather than medical treatment.
Key Selling Points
- Authentic Ban Zhi Lian (半枝莲) dried whole plant from Anhui, China
- Botanical source Scutellaria barbata, a well-known TCM heat-clearing herb
- Traditionally paired with Bai Hua She She Cao in classic herbal decoctions
- Carefully dried to preserve natural color, aroma, and herbal character
- Suitable for decoction, herbal tea, and traditional soup preparation
Quality & Sensory
The dried herb typically appears in segments with slender greenish-brown stems and small leaves, carrying a faint grassy aroma. When simmered, the liquid typically takes on a light yellow-brown tone with a mildly bitter, refreshing herbal taste.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried whole herb |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 半枝莲 |
| Pinyin | Ban Zhi Lian |
| Botanical Name | Scutellaria barbata |
| Plant Part | Whole plant |
| Net Weight | 250g per jar |
Usage Scenarios
- Simmer into a traditional herbal decoction
- Brew as a mild herbal tea with other botanicals
- Add to herbal soup preparations in small amounts
- Blend with Bai Hua She She Cao for classic TCM pairings
Traditional Uses
In traditional Chinese herbal practice, Ban Zhi Lian has long been valued as a cooling herb, commonly simmered alone or combined with Bai Hua She She Cao (白花蛇舌草) in water-based decoctions. It is traditionally used in warm seasons as part of daily herbal routines, and folk practice often pairs it with other heat-clearing botanicals for gentle home-style herbal drinks.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: This is dried Ban Zhi Lian (半枝莲), the whole plant of Scutellaria barbata, supplied as a food-grade dried herb in a 250g jar.
Q: What is it traditionally used for?
A: In TCM theory it is bitter and cool, traditionally associated with clearing heat. It is commonly simmered in decoctions, often paired with Bai Hua She She Cao.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It is typically simmered in water to make a decoction or steeped as a light herbal tea, and can also be added to herbal soups.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | large can 2 cans half lotus 250g 2, large can 2 cans white flower snake tongue grass 250g 2, large can 2 cans half stemmed lotus 250g white flower snake tongue grass 250g, large can 1 can half lotus 250g, large can 1 can white flower snake tongue grass 250g |
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