Tian Xian Teng (Aristolochia debilis) — Dried Caulis Aristolochiae Stem, Unsulfured Bulk Herb

Tian Xian Teng (Aristolochia debilis), also known as Caulis Aristolochiae or Dutchmanspipe Stem, is the dried aerial stem of a traditional Chinese herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Tiān Xiān Téng (天仙藤). For centuries it has been valued as a qi-moving, damp-transforming herb used in decoctions for supporting the smooth flow of qi and blood, easing the middle burner, and addressing patterns of stagnation. Its nature is warm and its flavor is bitter, giving it a focused, moving character in traditional formulas.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional qi-moving and damp-transforming herb
• Dried Tian Xian Teng stem, unsulfured
• Aristolochia debilis botanical identity
• Bulk 500g value pack from Hubei origin
• Suitable for traditional decoctions and herbal formulas

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its natural brownish-green stem color, fibrous texture, and faint herbal aroma. When decocted, the stems release a bitter, mildly woody infusion with a subtle earthy undertone, characteristic of traditional caulis herbs used in compound formulas.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional herbal decoctions
• Compound TCM formulas
• Herbal soak and wash preparations
• Bulk herbal dispensing
• Traditional wellness preparations

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Tian Xian Teng is decocted into compound formulas to support the movement of qi, transform dampness, and ease the middle burner. It is traditionally paired with herbs like hawthorn, tangerine peel, and areca peel in digestive and qi-regulating blends. In some regional traditions, it is also used in external wash preparations for supporting joint and limb comfort.

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