Alxa Cistanche Deserticola Whole Root 500g Dried Herbal Decoction Piece for Tea and Wine Soaking

Dried Alxa Cistanche Root, known in TCM as Rou Cong Rong (肉苁蓉), from Cistanche deserticola. This whole-root decoction piece is a traditional Chinese herbal ingredient used for tea, soup, and wine soaking. In TCM theory it is sweet and salty in flavor, warm in nature, and traditionally associated with the Kidney and Large Intestine channels. It is a food-grade agricultural product, sealed for storage, and not suitable for pregnant or nursing women.

Key Selling Points

• Whole single root of Alxa Cistanche deserticola, each piece over 500g
• Known in TCM as Rou Cong Rong (肉苁蓉), a classic Kidney-tonifying herb
• Sulfur-free dried decoction piece suitable for tea, soup, and wine soaking
• Food-grade agricultural product from Inner Mongolia, new-crop stock
• Sealed bag packaging with 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

The dried root is typically brownish-yellow to dark brown on the surface with a firm, slightly fleshy texture. It has a mild earthy aroma. When decocted or steeped, the liquid is typically light amber with a subtly sweet and slightly salty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered as a solo decoction or daily herbal tea
• Added to soups and stews with other herbs
• Soaked in wine as a traditional herbal infusion
• Cooked into congee for a nourishing breakfast

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Rou Cong Rong is traditionally used to support Kidney yang and nourish essence and blood. It is commonly decocted alone or paired with herbs such as Gou Qi Zi and Shan Yao in soups, congee, and wine infusions. Folk practice often uses it as a warming tonic in cold seasons or for general vitality support.

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