Ban Zhi Lian Dried Scutellaria barbata Herb 500g Wild-Crafted Sulfur-Free Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb

Ban Zhi Lian (半枝莲), known as Scutellaria barbata, is a dried whole herb supplied as cut aerial parts for traditional Chinese herbal use. In TCM theory it is considered bitter in flavor and cool in nature, traditionally associated with clearing heat. This listing offers 500g of wild-crafted, sulfur-free dried herb, commonly simmered as a decoction or steeped as an herbal tea. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Ban Zhi Lian (半枝莲) dried herb, also called Han Xin Cao, sourced from Anhui, China
• Botanical source Scutellaria barbata, supplied as cut and dried aerial parts
• Wild-crafted new harvest with sulfur-free drying to preserve natural character
• Traditionally used in TCM as a cooling herb for decoctions and herbal teas
• Convenient 500g pack, often paired with Bai Hua She She Cao in traditional practice

Quality & Sensory

The dried herb typically appears as slender green to brownish-green stems with small narrow leaves, cut into short segments. It has a mild grassy aroma and a naturally bitter, slightly astringent taste when simmered or steeped.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a traditional herbal decoction
• Steep as a daily cooling herbal tea
• Combine with Bai Hua She She Cao in classic herbal pairings
• Use in seasonal herbal soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese herbal practice, Ban Zhi Lian is traditionally associated with clearing heat and is frequently simmered alone or combined with Bai Hua She She Cao (白花蛇舌草) in decoctions. It is also traditionally steeped as a simple herbal tea, especially during warm seasons, and used in folk herbal routines as part of a cooling regimen.

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