Sichuan Ba Ji Tian Morinda Root 500g Core-Removed Dried Herb for Herbal Wine and Decoctions

Sichuan Morinda Root, known in TCM as Ba Ji Tian (巴戟天), from Morinda officinalis, is a dried and core-removed root traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory it is considered sweet and pungent in flavor and slightly warm in nature, traditionally associated with the kidney and liver channels. This wild-harvested root is commonly prepared for herbal wine, decoctions, and soup blends, often paired with herbs such as Du Zhong. Store refrigerated and use as part of a balanced traditional wellness routine.

Key Selling Points

• Wild-harvested Ba Ji Tian from Sichuan with core removed for cleaner preparation
• Botanical source Morinda officinalis, a classic kidney-channel herb in TCM
• Traditionally used in Chinese herbal wine and tonic decoctions
• Commonly paired with Du Zhong and Niu Da Li in traditional formulas
• Dried whole root pieces suitable for long-term refrigerated storage

Quality & Sensory

The dried root pieces typically show a grayish-brown exterior with a woody, slightly twisted form and exposed yellowish inner flesh where the core has been removed. The aroma is typically mild and earthy, and decocted liquid traditionally carries a subtle sweet, slightly pungent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in grain liquor to prepare traditional Chinese herbal wine
• Simmer in tonic decoctions with other kidney-supporting herbs
• Add to slow-cooked herbal soup blends
• Use in seasonal warming recipes during colder months

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Ba Ji Tian is traditionally associated with supporting kidney yang and strengthening sinews and bones. It is a familiar ingredient in yang-tonic formulas and is often combined with Du Zhong, Niu Da Li, or other tonic roots in herbal wine and long-simmered soups. Traditional households also add it to congee or meat broths during autumn and winter for seasonal nourishment.

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