Chong Lou Dried Herb Powder 500g Paris Polyphylla Traditional TCM Herbal Ingredient

Chong Lou (重楼), also known as Qi Ye Yi Zhi Hua (七叶一枝花), is the dried rhizome of Paris polyphylla, a valued herb in traditional Chinese medicine. In TCM theory it is considered bitter in flavor and slightly cold in nature, traditionally associated with clearing heat and resolving toxicity. This pre-ground powder is milled from dried rhizome slices and is intended for external or professional herbal use under qualified guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Chong Lou (重楼) rhizome powder milled from dried Paris polyphylla
• Also known as Qi Ye Yi Zhi Hua (七叶一枝花) and Cao He Che (草河车) in traditional herbal trade
• In TCM theory bitter and slightly cold, traditionally associated with clearing heat and resolving toxicity
• Finely ground powder form for convenient weighing and preparation
• Sun-dried and processed rhizome supplied in a sealed pre-packed 500g unit

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically light brown to grayish-brown with a fine, dense texture and a faint earthy, starchy aroma characteristic of dried rhizome. Chong Lou is traditionally used externally and is not described by taste for drinking purposes.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• External poultice or compress preparation under qualified guidance
• Herbal foot soak blends in traditional practice
• Ingredient for professional TCM formula dispensing
• Reference specimen for herbal study and display

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Chong Lou has long been used in external applications and folk formulas, traditionally associated with clearing heat, resolving toxicity, and reducing swelling. It appears in classical external preparations and is sometimes combined with other cooling herbs such as Pu Gong Ying or Jin Yin Hua in traditional practice. Because the rhizome is traditionally regarded as slightly cold and potent, it is generally used under the direction of a qualified practitioner rather than as a daily food.

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