Dried Chuanxiong Slices Sichuan Ligusticum Root for Herbal Decoction and Tea 500g

Dried Chuanxiong slices, known in TCM as Chuan Xiong (川芎), from Ligusticum chuanxiong, are sliced dried rhizomes sourced from Sichuan. In TCM theory, Chuanxiong is warm and acrid, traditionally associated with the Liver, Gallbladder, and Pericardium channels. It is commonly used in decoctions and herbal tea blends, often paired with herbs such as Dang Gui, Bai Shao, and Shu Di Huang. This food-grade dried herb is traditionally prepared by simmering or steeping in hot water.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Chuanxiong rhizome slices from Ligusticum chuanxiong
• Sourced from Sichuan, a traditional growing region for Chuanxiong
• Sulfur-free selected slices with a natural dried appearance
• Food-grade agricultural product suitable for decoction and tea
• Commonly paired with Dang Gui, Bai Shao, and Shu Di Huang in TCM formulas

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically light brown to greyish-brown with a firm, dry texture. They have a characteristic aromatic, slightly pungent herbal aroma. When decocted or steeped, the liquid is typically earthy and mildly acrid with a warming herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Steeped in hot water as a single-herb tea
• Combined with Dang Gui, Bai Shao, and Shu Di Huang in herbal tea blends
• Added to soups or congee during cooking
• Used in seasonal warming herbal food preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Chuanxiong is traditionally used in decoctions to support the movement of qi and blood. It is often paired with Dang Gui, Bai Shao, and Shu Di Huang in classic blood-nourishing formulas. Traditionally, it is simmered with other herbs or steeped as a warming tea, and is also added to soups and congee in some regional food practices.

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