Lemongrass Xiang Mao Cao Dried Herb Loose Cut Culinary Tea Herb 500g

Dried Lemongrass, known in TCM as Xiang Mao Cao (香茅草), from Cymbopogon citratus, offered as loose dried stalks and leaves. This aromatic grass is traditionally used in herbal teas, soups, and Southeast Asian cuisine, valued for its refreshing citrus aroma. In TCM theory it is associated with dispersing wind and dampness. A versatile pantry botanical for daily culinary and tea use.

Key Selling Points

• Loose dried lemongrass stalks and leaves in a 500g bulk pack
• Botanical source Cymbopogon citratus with natural sun-dried processing
• Bright citrus aroma suited to herbal teas and broths
• Traditional TCM herb associated with dispersing wind and dampness
• Ideal for cooking, decoction, and seasonal beverage blending

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale green to straw-colored with long fibrous strands and a strong lemony fragrance. When brewed or simmered, it typically yields a light golden infusion with a clean citrus taste and mild grassy undertones.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a standalone herbal tea or blend with ginger and chrysanthemum
• Simmer in soups, broths, and curries for citrus aroma
• Add to congee or rice dishes during cooking
• Use in marinades and Southeast Asian culinary preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Xiang Mao Cao is traditionally associated with dispersing wind and dampness and is commonly prepared as a decoction or daily infusion. In folk and culinary tradition, the stalks are bruised and simmered in soups, tom yum-style broths, and herbal teas, often paired with ginger, galangal, or mint. It is also a popular warm beverage in humid summer months.

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