Chinese Yam Powder Huai Shan Yao Iron Stick Yam from Henan Jiaozuo 180g Jar

Chinese Yam Powder, known in TCM as Huai Shan Yao (怀山药), from Dioscorea opposita. This fine dried powder is made from iron stick yam grown in the Huai region of Henan. In TCM theory it is neutral and sweet, traditionally associated with the spleen, lung, and kidney channels. Traditionally used as a gentle food-grade herb in daily congee, soups, and teas. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Made from iron stick yam grown in Jiaozuo Henan
• Traditional Huai Shan Yao used in TCM food therapy
• Fine dried powder easily mixed into drinks or congee
• Neutral sweet herb traditionally linked to spleen lung and kidney
• Sealed jar packaging with 18 month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically fine, light cream to off-white, with a mild earthy aroma and a faintly sweet starchy taste. When mixed with warm water or cooked into congee it becomes smooth and slightly thick. Batch color and texture may vary slightly with harvest.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Stir into warm water or milk as a daily drink
• Cook into rice congee or porridge
• Add to soups and stews
• Blend into smoothies or baked goods

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory Huai Shan Yao is traditionally used as a gentle tonic food. It is commonly cooked into congee with rice, simmered in soups with pork or chicken, or paired with goji berries and red dates. Folk practice often uses it as a daily food for supporting digestion and vitality, especially in cooler seasons.

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