Dried Pyrrosia Leaf Shi Wei 石韦 Loose Herbal Tea Leaves 500g Traditional Chinese Herb

Dried Pyrrosia Leaf, known in TCM as Shi Wei (石韦), from Pyrrosia lingua, a fern whose dried leaves are a classic Chinese herbal material. Traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting the lung and bladder channels in TCM theory. Typically prepared as a simple decoction or blended tea. Store frozen and use as directed by a qualified herbal practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Shi Wei 石韦 leaf, a well-known traditional Chinese herb
• Botanical source Pyrrosia lingua, small-leaf pyrrosia fern leaf
• Sun-dried whole leaves suitable for decoction or herbal tea
• Traditionally used in TCM for heat-clearing and urinary-blend formulas
• Pre-packaged 500g lot with 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Leaves are typically elongated with a leathery texture and gray-green to brownish upper surface. Dried Shi Wei has a faint grassy aroma, and a decoction typically yields a mild, slightly astringent herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a traditional single-herb decoction
• Steep with other herbs as a mild daily herbal tea
• Add to herbal soup packs following practitioner guidance
• Blend into seasonal herbal formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Shi Wei is traditionally associated with the lung and bladder channels and is valued in classical formulas for clearing heat and promoting normal urination. It is commonly decocted alone or paired with herbs such as Che Qian Cao in traditional urinary-support blends. Folk practice also uses it as a light seasonal tea during warm months.

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