Dried Plantain Herb Che Qian Cao Whole Herb 500g Traditional Herbal Tea and Decoction Ingredient
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Description
Dried Plantain Herb, known in TCM as Che Qian Cao (车前草), from Plantago asiatica or related Plantago species, supplied as whole dried herb. In TCM theory it is sweet in flavor and cold in nature, traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting normal urination. Commonly simmered as a decoction or steeped as a light herbal tea. This is a food-grade raw botanical, not a substitute for medicine.



Key Selling Points
- Whole dried Plantain Herb supplied in ungraded bulk form
- Botanical source Plantago asiatica, a classic TCM cooling herb
- Traditionally used in TCM to clear heat and promote normal urination
- Natural whole-plant form with no further processing
- Suitable for herbal decoctions, teas, and seasonal wellness recipes



Quality & Sensory
Typically the dried herb shows green to grayish-green leaves with slender stems and a dry, brittle texture. It has a mild grassy aroma, and when simmered or steeped it typically yields a light amber infusion with a fresh, slightly bitter herbal taste.



Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Raw Chinese herbal botanical |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 车前草 |
| Pinyin | Che Qian Cao |
| Botanical Name | Plantago asiatica |
| Plant Part | Whole herb |
| Net Weight | 500g per bag |



Usage Scenarios
- Simmer as a traditional herbal decoction
- Steep as a light daily herbal tea
- Add to herbal soup blends for summer cooking
- Combine with other cooling herbs in seasonal wellness recipes



Traditional Uses
In traditional Chinese practice, Che Qian Cao is a common summer herb often simmered alone or with herbs such as Jin Yin Hua or Xia Ku Cao for a cooling seasonal drink. It is also added to soups and congee in folk cooking. Traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting comfortable urination, it remains a staple household botanical in southern China.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is 500g of whole dried Plantain Herb, known in TCM as Che Qian Cao, supplied as a raw food-grade botanical in a resealable bag.
Q: What is it traditionally used for?
A: In TCM theory it is sweet and cold and traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting normal urination. It is not a substitute for medicine.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It is typically simmered in water for a decoction, steeped as a tea, or added to soups and congee according to personal preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.55 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 18 × 6 cm |
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