Dried Salvia Root Slices Danshen 250g Jar Shandong Origin Sun-Dried for Cooking and Decoction

Dried Salvia Root Slices, known in TCM as Danshen (丹参), from Salvia miltiorrhiza. These sun-dried root slices originate from Shandong and come in a 250g jar. In TCM theory, Danshen is traditionally associated with moving Blood and clearing stagnation, with a bitter flavor and slightly cold nature entering the Heart and Liver channels. Traditionally used in decoctions, soups, and culinary preparations. This product is a food agricultural product and is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Danshen (丹参), the dried root of Salvia miltiorrhiza
• Sourced from Shandong, a traditional growing region for this herb
• Sun-dried slices retain natural color and texture
• 250g jar format suited for repeated decoction or cooking use
• Traditionally used in TCM for Blood-moving formulas

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically reddish-brown to dark brown with a firm, woody texture and a faint earthy aroma. When decocted or simmered, the liquid is typically dark amber with a mild bitter taste. Actual batch color and aroma may vary slightly by harvest.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Added to traditional herbal decoctions
• Simmered in soups and stews
• Used in congee or grain dishes
• Combined with other herbs in seasonal cooking

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Danshen is traditionally used in formulas associated with moving Blood and clearing stagnation. It is commonly decocted alone or paired with herbs such as Danggui, Chuanxiong, or Honghua. In folk practice, it is also added to soups and congee. Traditional use does not imply treatment of any disease.

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