Black Maca Slices 500g Dried Lepidium Meyenii Root for Tea and Infusions

Black Maca Slices, known in TCM as Ma Ka (玛卡), from Lepidium meyenii, are dried slices of the maca root prepared for convenient everyday use. Naturally processed without sulfur fumigation, these dark slices are traditionally valued in Andean and Chinese herbal practice as a nourishing tonic food. They can be eaten directly, steeped in tea, or infused in wine, offering a simple way to enjoy this traditional root.

Key Selling Points

• Dried black maca root slices from Lepidium meyenii
• Known in Chinese as Ma Ka (玛卡)
• Sulfur-free processing preserves natural character
• Ready-to-eat slices suitable for tea, wine infusion, or direct consumption
• 500g pack for regular household herbal use

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a dark brown to blackish color with a firm, dense texture and a faintly earthy, malty aroma. When steeped or infused, they typically yield a mild, slightly sweet and earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Infuse in liquor or wine following personal recipes
• Eat directly as a ready-to-eat herbal snack
• Add to soups or congee for traditional nourishing dishes

Traditional Uses

In traditional herbal practice, maca root is regarded as a nourishing food traditionally associated with supporting vitality and stamina. Black maca is often considered the most prized color variety. Slices are commonly steeped in tea, soaked in wine, simmered in soups, or eaten directly, and are frequently enjoyed during colder seasons as part of a nourishing routine.

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