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Dried Geranium Herb Lao Guan Cao 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient

Name: Dried Geranium Herb Lao Guan Cao 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient
SKU: C1688-41248994946
Price: 5.71 HKD
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Description

Dried Geranium Herb, known in TCM as Lao Guan Cao (老鹳草), from Geranium wilfordii or related Geranium species, is the dried aerial part of the plant. Traditionally associated in TCM with dispelling wind-dampness and supporting sinew and bone comfort, it is commonly prepared as a decoction or herbal tea. This 500g bag contains sun-dried whole herb suitable for daily herbal use.

Dried Geranium Herb Lao Guan Cao 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient overview

Key Selling Points

Authentic Lao Guan Cao (老鹳草) dried whole herb from China
Botanical source Geranium wilfordii or related Geranium species
Traditionally used in TCM to dispel wind-dampness and ease sinews
Sun-dried whole aerial part in a 500g resealable bag
Versatile for decoctions, herbal teas, and external washes

Dried Geranium Herb Lao Guan Cao 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient key features

Quality & Sensory

The dried herb typically appears grayish-green with finely hairy stems and palmately lobed leaves. It has a mild, grassy aroma and, when decocted, yields a light greenish-brown infusion with a slightly astringent, earthy taste.

Dried Geranium Herb Lao Guan Cao 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type	Dried whole herb
Chinese Name	老鹳草
Pinyin	Lao Guan Cao
Botanical Name	Geranium wilfordii
Plant Part	Aerial part
Net Weight	500g

Dried Geranium Herb Lao Guan Cao 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient specifications

Usage Scenarios

Simmered as a traditional herbal decoction
Brewed as a mild daily herbal tea
Used in external washes or compresses
Incorporated into seasonal herbal soup blends

Dried Geranium Herb Lao Guan Cao 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient in use

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Lao Guan Cao is traditionally associated with dispelling wind and dampness, unblocking the channels, and supporting comfort of sinews and joints. It is commonly decocted alone or combined with herbs such as Du Huo or Sang Ji Sheng in traditional formulas. Folk practice also uses it as an external wash for skin comfort.

Dried Geranium Herb Lao Guan Cao 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: This is 500g of dried Lao Guan Cao (老鹳草), the aerial part of Geranium wilfordii, a traditional Chinese herb sold as a raw botanical.

Q: What is it traditionally used for?

A: In TCM it is traditionally associated with dispelling wind-dampness and supporting sinew and joint comfort. It is also used externally in folk practice.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: It is typically simmered in water to make a decoction or steeped as a tea, and can also be boiled for external washes.