Fang Feng Sliced Saposhnikovia Root Dried Herbal Tea and Decoction Pieces 500g

Fang Feng (防风), the dried root of Saposhnikovia divaricata, is a classic TCM herb supplied as sliced, sulfur-free dried pieces. In TCM theory it is pungent and sweet in flavor with a slightly warm nature, traditionally associated with dispersing wind and supporting the body's surface. Traditionally used in decoctions, herbal teas, and soup blends, it is a food-grade botanical for general wellness preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Fang Feng (防风) dried root slices from a Chinese origin source
• Botanical source Saposhnikovia divaricata, a well-known TCM herb
• Sulfur-free drying process preserves natural character
• Suitable for decoction pieces, herbal tea, and culinary soup use
• New-crop stock sold as edible agricultural product in 500g bags

Quality & Sensory

Typically light yellowish-brown slices with a firm, slightly fibrous texture and a faintly ringed cross-section. The aroma is mild and herbaceous, and decocted Fang Feng typically yields a gentle, slightly sweet and pungent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Brewed as a mild daily herbal tea
• Added to soup and congee blends for seasonal cooking
• Combined with other TCM herbs in wellness formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Fang Feng is traditionally used to dispel wind and release the exterior, and it appears in classic formulas such as Fang Feng Tong Sheng San and Yu Ping Feng San. It is commonly paired with herbs like Astragalus and Atractylodes in decoctions, or simmered in seasonal soups and teas during changing weather.

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