Yunnan Black Maca Dried Slices 500g Maca Root Tea and Infusion Grade

Black Maca Dried Slices, known in Chinese as Hei Ma Ka (黑玛咖), from Lepidium meyenii, the dried root of maca cut into slices. This Yunnan-grown maca is simply dried to retain its natural character. In traditional herbal practice maca is valued as a nourishing root, traditionally associated with supporting vitality and daily wellness. It is commonly simmered in soups, steeped in hot water as a tea, or added to food. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Black maca dried root slices from Yunnan, a region known for maca cultivation
• Botanical source Lepidium meyenii, dried root cut into convenient slices
• Traditionally valued as a nourishing root in Chinese herbal practice
• Dried processing with no added ingredients, suitable for tea or cooking
• 500g pack suited for daily infusions, soups, and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a dark brown to grayish-black exterior with a firm, dense texture and a faintly earthy, radish-like aroma. When steeped or simmered, the infusion typically has a mild, slightly sweet and malty taste with an earthy undertone.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Simmer in soups with meat or poultry
• Add to congee or porridge during cooking
• Use in culinary dishes for a mild earthy flavor

Traditional Uses

In traditional herbal practice, maca root is regarded as a nourishing food-herb and is often simmered in soups, steeped as a tea, or cooked into congee. It is commonly paired with goji berries, red dates, or ginseng in tonic-style soups, and enjoyed during colder seasons as part of a warming daily routine.

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