Dried Nepenthes Whole Herb Zhu Long Cao 500g Traditional Herbal Material

Dried Nepenthes Whole Herb, known in TCM as Zhu Long Cao (猪笼草), from Nepenthes mirabilis, the whole plant of the pitcher plant. Traditionally used in Chinese folk herbalism, this unusual botanical is typically regarded as bland and cool in nature. Sold as a raw dried herb for traditional preparation, it is not a substitute for medicine and is unsuitable for pregnant or nursing women.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Nepenthes plant supplied as a raw traditional herb
• Botanical source Nepenthes mirabilis known in TCM as Zhu Long Cao
• Sourced from Guangxi China and sold as edible agricultural produce
• Original unprocessed form suitable for decoction or herbal study
• Sealed dry storage with a 24 month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Typically light green to yellowish brown in color with a dry brittle texture and faint grassy aroma. When decocted it typically yields a mild slightly herbaceous taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional herbal decoction preparation
• Folk herbal tea blends under practitioner guidance
• Botanical collection and study
• Herbal display or educational use

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese folk herbalism Zhu Long Cao has long been valued in southern regions such as Guangxi and Guangdong where it was traditionally prepared as a simple decoction or combined with other cooling herbs. It was traditionally associated with clearing dampness and supporting comfort of the throat and urinary tract. Preparation typically involves simmering the dried whole plant in water.

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