Dried Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 250g Chinese Herbal Tea for Decoction and Daily Tea
$6.96 – $8.63Price range: $6.96 through $8.63
Description
Dried Licorice Root Slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis. These round cut slices are a classic Chinese herbal botanical used in traditional decoctions and daily teas. In TCM theory, licorice is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with the Spleen, Stomach, Heart, and Lung channels. It is commonly included in herbal formulas to harmonize ingredients and support everyday wellness routines.




Key Selling Points
- Identifiable single herb: Gan Cao (甘草), Glycyrrhiza uralensis root
- Round cut slices suited for decoction, tea, and soup preparation
- Sweet flavor and neutral nature in TCM theory
- Traditionally used to harmonize herbal formulas
- 250g pack size for regular home herbal use




Quality & Sensory
The slices are typically light yellow to pale brown with a firm, dry texture. They have a mild, sweet herbal aroma. When brewed or decocted, the liquid is typically light golden with a naturally sweet, soothing taste.




Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried herbal root slices |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 甘草 |
| Pinyin | Gan Cao |
| Botanical Name | Glycyrrhiza uralensis |
| Plant Part | Root |
| Net Weight | 250g |




Usage Scenarios
- Daily herbal tea
- Decoction with other herbs
- Added to soups
- Congee flavoring




Traditional Uses
In TCM theory, Gan Cao is traditionally used to harmonize the properties of other herbs in a formula. It is often decocted with herbs such as ginger, jujube, or chrysanthemum. Folk practice also includes adding a few slices to soups or congee for a naturally sweet note.


FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is dried licorice root slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory, licorice is sweet and neutral, traditionally associated with harmonizing herbal formulas and supporting the Spleen, Stomach, Heart, and Lung channels.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It is typically brewed as a tea or decocted with other herbs. It can also be added to soups or congee.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Licorice slices 250g, Licorice slices 120g |
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