Dried Radish Root Herb Di Ku Lou 地骷髅 Traditional TCM Raw Herb Slices 500g

Dried Radish Root Herb, known in TCM as Di Ku Lou (地骷髅), also called Ku Luo Bo, is the dried aged root of radish, traditionally prepared as whole-form slices for herbal use. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with aiding digestion and relieving food stagnation. This raw botanical is typically simmered in decoctions or soups. Store in a dry place and use as a traditional herbal ingredient, not as a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional TCM raw herb known as Di Ku Lou, the dried aged radish root
• Whole-form slices with initial processing, suitable for decoction use
• Traditionally associated with supporting digestion in TCM practice
• Sourced from Hebei, a recognized region for Chinese medicinal herbs
• Supplied as 500g packs of dried edible-grade botanical material

Quality & Sensory

Typically light brown to grayish in color with a dry, fibrous, lightweight texture. The aroma is mildly earthy and characteristic of aged radish root, and when simmered it typically yields a subtle, slightly sweet and savory herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked soups as a traditional ingredient
• Used in folk herbal recipes for seasonal wellness
• Brewed as a mild traditional herbal tea with other botanicals

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Di Ku Lou has long been used in folk herbalism, commonly simmered in decoctions or added to soups, often paired with digestion-supporting herbs such as Mai Ya or Shan Zha. It was traditionally valued in household remedies for seasonal food-related discomfort and is still used today in traditional herbal preparations.

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