Zhu Ma Gen (Boehmeria nivea) — Dried Ramie Root Decoction Pieces, 500g
$5.97
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Description
Zhu Ma Gen (Boehmeria nivea), also known as Ramie Root and called Zhù Má Gēn (苎麻根) in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is the dried root of the ramie plant, a fiber crop long cultivated across Asia. For centuries it has been prized as a cooling, blood-stabilizing, and spirit-calming herb, traditionally used to clear heat, cool the blood, and support women's wellness. Its nature is sweet and cold, making it a gentle yet focused herb for soothing internal heat and harmonizing the blood.



Key Selling Points
- Traditional heat-clearing, blood-cooling herb
- Dried Ramie Root decoction pieces
- Boehmeria nivea
- 500g value pack for daily decoction
- Also available as custom-milled powder on request



Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its pale tan to light brown color, firm fibrous texture, and faint earthy aroma. When decocted, the root yields a mild, slightly sweet and subtly bitter infusion with a clean, grounding finish that blends well with other herbs in a formula.



Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Root Decoction Pieces |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Zhu Ma Gen (Ramie Root) |
| Botanical Name | Boehmeria nivea |
| Form | Dried Root Pieces |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |



Usage Scenarios
- Traditional herbal decoction
- Blended herbal formulas
- Daily herbal tea preparation
- Custom-milled powder on request
- Seasonal wellness routines



Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Zhu Ma Gen is decocted alone or in formulas to clear heat, cool the blood, and calm the spirit. It is a common ingredient in traditional women's wellness decoctions, often paired with herbs like dong quai, white peony, and rehmannia. In daily life, it is simmered into gentle teas and restorative broths, and some households keep it on hand as a cooling seasonal herb for warmer months.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Zhu Ma Gen?
A: Zhu Ma Gen is the common Chinese name for the dried root of Boehmeria nivea, also known as Ramie Root. It is a traditional Chinese herbal decoction piece used in TCM formulas and daily teas.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Zhu Ma Gen?
A: In traditional Chinese food and herbal wellness culture, Zhu Ma Gen is associated with clearing heat, cooling the blood, and calming the spirit. It is often used in decoctions and formulas for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Zhu Ma Gen?
A: Rinse the root pieces and simmer them in water as a decoction, or combine with other herbs in a formula. It can also be custom-milled into powder on request. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 18 × 8 cm |
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