Mai Dong Ophiopogon Root 500g Sichuan Premium Dried Slices for Herbal Tea and Decoction

Mai Dong (麦冬), the dried tuber root of Ophiopogon japonicus, is a classic TCM herb traditionally valued for its sweet and slightly bitter flavor and its association with the heart, lung, and stomach channels. These hand-selected large-grade slices from Sichuan are dried for herbal tea, decoctions, and culinary use. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Premium hand-selected large-grade Mai Dong tuber roots
• Botanical source Ophiopogon japonicus, known in TCM as Mai Dong 麦冬
• Sourced from Sichuan, a recognized growing region for this herb
• Dried whole slices suitable for tea, decoction, and cooking
• Traditionally used in TCM to nourish yin and moisten the lungs

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish to light brown with a plump, semi-translucent appearance and a firm yet slightly flexible texture. The aroma is mild and faintly sweet, and brewed slices yield a light, subtly sweet taste with a soft, chewy bite when steeped or simmered.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions with herbs such as astragalus or schisandra
• Add to soups and slow-cooked broths
• Cook into congee or dessert soups

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Mai Dong is traditionally associated with nourishing yin, moistening the lungs, and supporting fluid balance. It is commonly paired with Huang Qi (黄芪, astragalus) and Wu Wei Zi (五味子, schisandra) in teas and decoctions, and is also added to soups and congee, especially during dry seasons.

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