Dried Ground Beetle Tu Bie Chong Whole Insect Traditional Chinese Herb 1 Jin 500g Bulk Pack

Dried Ground Beetle, known in TCM as Tu Bie Chong (土鳖虫), also called Tu Yuan (土元), from Eupolyphaga sinensis, whole dried insect prepared by natural sun drying. In TCM theory this material is traditionally associated with invigorating blood and resolving stasis, and it is a classic component of traditional formulas. Sold as a raw animal-origin botanical for herbal practitioners and traditional use. This product is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Ground Beetle known in TCM as Tu Bie Chong 土鳖虫
• Botanical source Eupolyphaga sinensis, a classic animal-origin TCM material
• Naturally sun dried and cleaned with clear water processing
• Bulk loose pack of 1 jin, about 500 g, suitable for herbal shops and practitioners
• Traditionally used in TCM formulas associated with invigorating blood and resolving stasis

Quality & Sensory

Typically dark brown to blackish flattened oval insects with a hard brittle body and segmented shell. The aroma is typically mild and slightly briny, and decoction yields a characteristic earthy taste typical of dried animal-origin materials.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional herbal decoction preparation under practitioner guidance
• Ingredient in classical TCM formula compounding
• Herbal shop dispensing and bulk repacking
• Collection and study of traditional Chinese medicine materials

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Tu Bie Chong is traditionally associated with breaking blood stasis, promoting circulation, and supporting tendon and bone health in classical formulas. It is traditionally decocted with other herbs rather than used alone, and appears in well-known historical prescriptions. Use should follow the guidance of a qualified TCM practitioner.

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