Dried Centipeda Herb E Bu Shi Cao Whole Plant Traditional TCM Botanical Bulk Supply

Dried Centipeda Herb, known in TCM as E Bu Shi Cao (鹅不食草), from Centipeda minima, the whole plant supplied as clean dried material. In TCM theory this small aromatic herb is traditionally associated with opening the nasal passages and dispersing wind. It is typically used in decoctions, powders, or external preparations. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Centipeda minima plant supplied as clean, weed-free material
• Known in TCM as E Bu Shi Cao (鹅不食草)
• Traditionally associated with opening nasal passages and dispersing wind
• Aromatic whole herb suitable for decoction, powder, or external use
• Bulk wholesale supply with favorable pricing for large orders

Quality & Sensory

The dried herb typically appears grayish green with fine stems, small leaves, and tiny flower heads. It has a pungent, characteristic aroma and a sharp, acrid taste when decocted.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Prepared as a traditional herbal decoction
• Ground into powder for traditional external applications
• Used in classical TCM formulas under practitioner guidance
• Incorporated into seasonal herbal preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM, E Bu Shi Cao is traditionally used to dispel wind and open the nasal orifices, and it has long appeared in folk practice for nasal congestion and sinus discomfort. It is traditionally prepared as a decoction, ground into powder, or used externally. Because of its acrid nature, it is commonly used in small amounts and often paired with other herbs in classical formulas.

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