Prepared Rehmannia Root Shu Di Huang 500g Bulk Dried Herb for Decoction and Soup

Prepared Rehmannia Root, known in TCM as Shu Di Huang (熟地), from Rehmannia glutinosa. These dried root slices are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with nourishing the blood and supporting the kidney and liver channels in TCM theory. Sourced from Henan and naturally sun-dried, this bulk 500g pack suits home decoction, herbal soup, and traditional formulas. This is a food-grade agricultural product and is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Classic TCM herb Shu Di Huang in prepared dried root slice form
• Botanical source Rehmannia glutinosa from Henan, China
• Naturally sun-dried with no further processing beyond traditional preparation
• Bulk 500g loose pack suitable for decoction pieces and herbal cooking
• Traditionally used in blood-nourishing and kidney-tonifying formulas

Quality & Sensory

Prepared rehmannia root typically appears dark brown to nearly black with a moist, dense, slightly sticky texture. The aroma is mildly sweet and earthy, and when simmered it typically yields a sweet, rich, slightly sticky taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to nourishing herbal soups with pork or chicken
• Cook into herbal congee or tonic broths
• Combine with other TCM herbs such as angelica and goji in formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Shu Di Huang is a foundational blood-tonifying herb, traditionally used in classic formulas such as Si Wu Tang and Liu Wei Di Huang Wan. It is commonly simmered in long-cooked soups and decoctions, often paired with Dang Gui, Bai Shao, or Shan Yao. Traditionally associated with nourishing yin and replenishing essence, it is a staple in autumn and winter tonic cooking.

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