Sappan Wood Su Mu 苏木 Dried Herb Slices 500g Traditional TCM Decoction Herb

Sappan Wood, known in TCM as Su Mu (苏木), is the dried heartwood of Caesalpinia sappan, cut into thin slices or shreds and naturally sun-dried. In TCM theory it is considered acrid and salty with an association with the heart, liver, and spleen channels, and it is traditionally valued in decoction formulas. Sold as a raw culinary-grade botanical for traditional herbal preparation; special populations should consult a professional before use.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Sappan Wood heartwood, the classic TCM herb Su Mu (苏木)
• Botanical source Caesalpinia sappan, sourced from Sichuan
• Naturally sun-dried slices and shreds suitable for decoction use
• Traditionally associated with invigorating blood and promoting circulation in TCM practice
• 500g bulk pack with 12-month shelf life when stored cool and dry

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale reddish-brown to deep red pieces with a hard, dense texture and faint natural woody aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a light rosy-red hue with a mild, slightly astringent woody taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to herbal soup packs in small amounts
• Used in TCM formula preparation with other botanicals
• Brewed as a traditional herbal wash in folk practice

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Su Mu is traditionally used to invigorate blood circulation and dispel stasis, and it often appears in formulas for traumatic swelling and postpartum discomfort. Traditionally it is decocted alone or combined with herbs such as Dang Gui and Hong Hua. In folk custom it is also used as a natural red dye for festive foods and soups.

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