Dried Longya Lily Bulb Slices Bai He 500g Hunan Dragon Tooth Lily for Soup Tea and Congee

Dried Lily Bulb Slices, known in TCM as Bai He (百合), from Lilium brownii var. viridulum, prepared from the bulb. These pale ivory slices are a classic edible botanical in Chinese kitchens and herbal traditions. In TCM theory, Bai He is sweet and slightly cold in nature and is traditionally associated with the heart and lung channels. Commonly simmered in soups, congee, and herbal teas, it is a versatile pantry staple for seasonal wellness cooking.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Longya dragon tooth lily bulb slices from Hunan
• Known in TCM as Bai He (百合), a classic edible botanical
• Botanical source Lilium brownii var. viridulum bulb
• Nitrogen-flushed packaging with 12-month shelf life
• Versatile for soups, congee, herbal teas, and desserts

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale ivory to creamy white flat slices with a firm, slightly starchy texture and a mild, faintly sweet aroma. When simmered or steeped, the slices soften and yield a gentle, subtly sweet, nutty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in sweet soups and desserts with rock sugar
• Add to congee and rice porridge
• Steep as a mild herbal tea
• Include in soup packs with lotus seed and tremella

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Bai He is sweet and slightly cold and is traditionally associated with the heart and lung channels. Traditionally used in nourishing decoctions and sweet soups, it is a familiar ingredient in autumn and winter cooking. Common pairings include lotus seed, tremella, goji berry, and rock sugar in congee, soups, and steamed dishes.

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