Dried Danshen Root Heads Dan Shen Whole Salvia miltiorrhiza for Decoction 500g

Dried Danshen Root Heads, known in TCM as Dan Shen (丹参), from Salvia miltiorrhiza. These whole root heads are the upper root portions of the plant, dried in their natural form. In TCM theory, Dan Shen is bitter in flavor and slightly cold in nature, traditionally associated with the heart and liver channels. Traditionally used in decoctions and herbal soups, it is a staple of Chinese herbal practice. Store sealed in a cool dry place and use as part of traditional preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried root heads of Salvia miltiorrhiza in natural unprocessed form
• Known in TCM as Dan Shen (丹参), a classic Chinese medicinal herb
• Sourced from Sichuan, a region traditionally associated with Danshen cultivation
• Dried whole form suitable for decoction, soups, and culinary herbal use
• Sold as a 500g pack of dried edible agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

Typically reddish-brown to dark red in color with a firm, woody texture. The surface may show fine longitudinal wrinkles. When decocted, it typically yields a light yellow-brown liquid with a mildly bitter, earthy taste and a faint herbal aroma.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked herbal soups
• Used in culinary herbal preparations
• Incorporated into seasonal tonic recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Dan Shen is traditionally used in decoctions, often combined with herbs such as Chuan Xiong or Dang Gui in classic formulas. It is traditionally associated with invigorating blood circulation and is commonly included in herbal soups and tonics, particularly in autumn and winter. Root heads are traditionally valued as a concentrated portion of the root for decoction use.

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