Lao Long Pi Dried Lobaria Herb 500g Traditional Chinese Botanical Loose Raw Herb

Lao Long Pi (老龙皮), also called Shi Long Yi, is a dried lichen botanical traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice, commonly identified with Lobaria species. This loose raw herb consists of dried whole lichen thallus, sun-dried in the traditional style. In TCM it is traditionally associated with clearing and moistening properties and is typically used in decoctions or herbal soups. As a food-grade agricultural product, it should be prepared and used under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Lao Long Pi (老龙皮) dried lichen herb, a traditional Chinese botanical
• Loose whole thallus form, sun-dried using traditional晾晒 processing
• Traditionally valued in folk herbal practice for respiratory and moistening support
• Sold as edible agricultural produce with 12-month shelf life under normal storage
• Versatile raw herb suitable for decoctions, soups, and herbal formulas

Quality & Sensory

Typically grayish-green to brownish in color with a leathery, foliose texture and slightly curled edges. The dried lichen carries a mild earthy, moss-like aroma. When decocted, it typically yields a light, subtly herbal and slightly mucilaginous taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked herbal soups
• Used in folk-style herbal teas after proper preparation
• Incorporated into seasonal tonic recipes under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese folk herbalism, Lao Long Pi has long been used in decoctions and soups, traditionally associated with moistening the lungs and supporting respiratory comfort. It is often combined with other cooling or moistening herbs such as snow pear or lily bulb in seasonal recipes. Use has traditionally been guided by practitioners according to individual constitution.

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