Dried Cang Zhu Atractylodes Rhizome 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Blends

Dried Cang Zhu (苍术), the rhizome of Atractylodes lancea, is a classic Chinese herbal material supplied as whole dried slices. In TCM theory it is considered pungent and bitter with warm properties and is traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels. This 500g bag is sold as a food-grade raw herb for decoction, soup, or herbal preparation. Store sealed and refrigerate after opening.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Cang Zhu (苍术) dried rhizome from Inner Mongolia
• Botanical source Atractylodes lancea, a core TCM herb
• Whole dried slices suitable for decoction and soup preparation
• 500g resealable bag with 12-month shelf life
• Traditionally valued in TCM for drying dampness and supporting digestion

Quality & Sensory

Typically the slices show a grayish-brown to yellowish exterior with a yellow-white or reddish cut surface marked by fine oil dots. The texture is firm and dense, and the aroma is characteristically fragrant and pungent. Decocted liquid is traditionally described as bitter and aromatic.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions following a TCM practitioner's guidance
• Add to soup or congee recipes that call for aromatic damp-drying herbs
• Combine with other herbs in traditional formulas such as Ping Wei San
• Use in seasonal culinary preparations where a warm aromatic note is desired

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Cang Zhu is traditionally used to dry dampness, strengthen the spleen, dispel wind-dampness, and improve visual acuity. It is a key herb in classical formulas like Ping Wei San and is often paired with Chen Pi and Hou Po. Historically it was also burned or carried during Dragon Boat Festival to freshen air and repel insects.

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