Chuan Xin Lian Dried Andrographis Whole Stems 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient
$4.65 – $5.71Price range: $4.65 through $5.71
Description
Chuan Xin Lian (穿心莲), also called Andrographis, from Andrographis paniculata, is offered here as dried whole stems with leaves. Known in TCM as a bitter and cooling herb traditionally associated with clearing heat, it is a classic ingredient for herbal teas and decoctions. This wholesale pack is dried and ready for brewing or blending. Consult a qualified practitioner before regular use.


Key Selling Points
- Whole dried Andrographis stems sold as a raw Chinese botanical
- Botanical source is Andrographis paniculata known as Chuan Xin Lian
- Traditionally valued in TCM as a bitter cooling herb for heat-clearing formulas
- Dried whole-stem form suitable for decoction pieces and herbal tea blends
- Supplied in a 500g bag with 12-month shelf life


Quality & Sensory
Typically the dried stems are greenish to yellow-green with slender square stems and small opposite leaves. The aroma is faintly grassy, and the taste is distinctly bitter, a characteristic trait of Andrographis when brewed or decocted.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Raw herb |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 穿心莲 |
| Pinyin | Chuan Xin Lian |
| Botanical Name | Andrographis paniculata |
| Plant Part | Whole stems with leaves |
| Net Weight | 500g |


Usage Scenarios
- Simmer into a traditional herbal decoction
- Steep as a bitter herbal tea, often blended with other herbs
- Add to custom herbal formulas prepared with a practitioner
- Use in seasonal wellness tea blends


Traditional Uses
In TCM theory, Chuan Xin Lian is considered bitter and cold, traditionally associated with clearing heat and resolving toxicity. It has long been used in decoctions and herbal teas, sometimes paired with other cooling herbs. Because of its strong bitterness, it is typically used in small amounts within broader formulas rather than alone.


FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is dried whole stems of Andrographis paniculata, known in Chinese as Chuan Xin Lian, sold as a raw herbal ingredient.
Q: What is it traditionally used for?
A: In TCM it is regarded as a bitter, cooling herb traditionally associated with clearing heat. It is commonly used in decoctions and herbal tea blends.
Q: How is it prepared?
A: It is typically simmered in a decoction or steeped as a tea, often combined with other herbs. Consult a practitioner for guidance on amounts.

Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Andrographis paniculata 500g, Andrographis paniculata 250g, Andrographis paniculata 50g |
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