American Ginseng Root Slices Hard Cut Dried Panax quinquefolius for Soup and Powder 10g

American Ginseng Root Slices, known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen (西洋参), from Panax quinquefolius, are dried root decoction pieces from Jilin. In TCM theory, American ginseng is cool in nature, sweet and slightly bitter, and enters the heart, lung, and kidney channels. Traditionally used to support qi and yin, these hard-cut slices are suited to soup, powder, or daily brewing.

Key Selling Points

• Dried root slices of American ginseng from Panax quinquefolius
• Known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen (西洋参) and sourced from Jilin
• Hard-cut slices are high-temperature quick-dried for soup and powder use
• Cool in nature with sweet and slightly bitter flavor in TCM theory
• 10g pack of 2.0cm hard-cut slices for cooking and decoction

Quality & Sensory

These hard-cut American ginseng slices are typically light beige to pale yellow with a firm, dry texture. The aroma is mild and earthy, and the brewed or simmered taste is gently bitter with a subtle sweetness. Hard slices are quick-dried at high temperature, giving a more pronounced bitter note than soft slices.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in soups with lean meat or poultry
• Grind into powder for culinary or tea use
• Brew as a daily herbal tea
• Add to congee during cooking
• Use in traditional decoctions

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, American ginseng is traditionally used to support qi and yin, and is often prepared in soups, decoctions, or congee. It is commonly paired with ingredients such as goji berries, red dates, or lean meat. Hard-cut slices are traditionally chosen for simmering and powdering, while soft slices are preferred for daily brewing or holding in the mouth.

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