Dried Aster Root Zi Wan 500g Washed Bulk Chinese Herbal Decoction Pieces

Dried Aster Root, known in TCM as Zi Wan (紫菀), from Aster tataricus root, supplied as washed bulk decoction pieces. In TCM theory, Zi Wan is acrid, bitter, and slightly warm, and is traditionally associated with the lung channel. Traditionally used in herbal decoctions and formulas, it is a staple botanical for classical herbal preparation. This is a food-grade agricultural product and is not intended to replace medical treatment.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Zi Wan (紫菀) dried aster root, a classic TCM lung-channel botanical
• Botanical source Aster tataricus, root form, washed and sun-dried processing
• Sourced from Anhui, a recognized traditional growing region for this herb
• Bulk 500g pack suited to decoction, soup, and herbal formula preparation
• Sold as a food-grade agricultural product with 18-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Typically the cut root pieces show a grayish-brown to purplish exterior with a pale yellowish-white cut surface and a firm, slightly fibrous texture. The aroma is mildly herbal and earthy, and decocted liquid typically carries a gently bitter, slightly acrid taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to herbal soup packs with other botanicals
• Prepare as part of classical TCM formulas
• Blend into seasonal herbal teas with other roots

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Zi Wan is traditionally used in decoctions and classical formulas, often paired with herbs such as Kuan Dong Hua (款冬花) in traditional lung-support blends. It is commonly simmered with other roots in herbal soups or prepared as a warm seasonal drink. Traditional preparation involves washing, slicing, and drying the root, sometimes honey-fried for gentler character.

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