Earthworm Powder Di Long Ground Herbal Powder 500g Traditional Chinese Medicine Ingredient

Earthworm Powder, known in TCM as Di Long (地龙), is a finely ground powder prepared from Pheretima, the dried body of earthworm used in traditional Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory it is considered cold in nature and traditionally associated with the liver, spleen, and bladder channels. This powder is milled from dried material for convenient blending into formulas. It is sold as a food-grade agricultural product and is not intended to replace medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Ground powder of Di Long 地龙, a classic animal-derived material in the Chinese herbal repertoire
• Botanical source Pheretima, dried earthworm body traditionally processed for herbal use
• Fine milled texture suitable for custom formula blending and dispensing
• Sourced from Anhui, a recognized region for Chinese herbal material supply
• Sold as an edible agricultural product with a 36-month shelf life when stored cool and dry

Quality & Sensory

Typically a fine gray-brown to dark brown powder with a faint earthy, slightly fishy aroma characteristic of dried earthworm material. The texture should be dry and free-flowing, with a mild salty-earthy taste when sampled.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Blended into customized herbal powder formulas by practitioners or herbal shops
• Encapsulated at home for those who prefer avoiding the raw taste
• Mixed into warm water or congee as part of a traditional herbal routine
• Combined with other powdered herbs for decoction-style preparations

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Di Long has long been included in classical formulas, where it was traditionally valued for its cold nature and its association with unblocking the channels. It was commonly paired with herbs such as Tian Ma or Huang Qi in traditional preparations. Historical use also includes external folk applications. Preparation typically involves mixing the powder with warm water or incorporating it into a prescribed blend.

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