Dried Lily Bulb Bai He 百合 Bulk Herb 500g Hunan Origin

Dried Lily Bulb, known in TCM as Bai He (百合), from Lilium brownii, prepared from the dried bulb scales. In TCM theory, Bai He is sweet and slightly cold, traditionally associated with the heart and lung channels. This bulk dried herb is suitable for decoctions, soups, congee, and herbal teas, and is sold as a food-grade botanical for traditional wellness use.

Key Selling Points

• Identifiable TCM herb Bai He with Chinese characters and pinyin for easy reference
• Botanical source Lilium brownii, dried bulb scales prepared for decoction pieces
• Traditionally associated with the heart and lung channels in TCM theory
• Dried and processed for convenient storage and long shelf life
• Versatile bulk herb for soups, congee, teas, and traditional formulas

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale ivory to light yellow with flat, fleshy scales and a firm, slightly brittle texture. The aroma is mild and faintly sweet, and when simmered the scales turn soft and tender with a gentle, subtly sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other TCM herbs
• Add to soups and congee for a mild sweet flavor
• Steep as a light herbal tea with goji or rock sugar
• Use in seasonal dessert soups and culinary dishes

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Bai He is commonly simmered in decoctions and sweet soups, often paired with Mai Dong, Yu Zhu, or goji berries. It is a familiar ingredient in autumn and winter congee and dessert soups, and is traditionally associated with nourishing the lung yin and calming the spirit in TCM theory.

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