Yunnan Poria Fu Ling 500g Dried Herbal Slices for Decoction and Tea

Dried Poria, known in TCM as Fu Ling (茯苓), from Poria cocos, a sclerotium fungus traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice. Sourced from Yunnan and sun-dried, these white to pale beige pieces are traditionally associated with supporting dampness resolution and spleen health in TCM theory. Mild and neutral in nature, it is commonly simmered in decoctions, soups, and herbal teas. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Fu Ling (茯苓) from Yunnan, a classic TCM herbal material
• Botanical source Poria cocos, the dried sclerotium used in traditional formulas
• Hand sun-dried processing preserves the natural white pieces
• Traditionally valued in TCM for dampness resolution and spleen support
• Versatile for decoctions, soups, congee, and daily herbal teas

Quality & Sensory

Typically firm and dense with a white to light beige cut surface and a subtle earthy aroma. When simmered, the pieces soften slightly and yield a mild, bland, faintly sweet taste that blends easily with other herbs.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other TCM ingredients
• Add to nourishing soups such as four-herb soup
• Cook into congee or rice porridge for a mild herbal touch
• Brew as a light daily herbal tea

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Fu Ling is neutral and sweet, entering the heart, spleen, and kidney channels, and is traditionally used to promote urination, strengthen the spleen, and calm the spirit. It appears in classic formulas such as Si Jun Zi Tang and Wu Ling San, and is often paired with Bai Zhu, Ren Shen, or Gui Zhi. It is also a common ingredient in seasonal soups and congee for daily wellness.

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