Dried Ze Xie Water Plantain Slices Sichuan New Crop Bulk 1kg Traditional Herbal Decoction Ingredient

Dried Water Plantain Rhizome, known in TCM as Ze Xie (泽泻), from Alisma orientale. These sliced rhizome pieces are a classic raw Chinese herb supplied as a food-grade agricultural product from Sichuan. In TCM theory, Ze Xie is considered sweet, bland, and cold in nature and is traditionally associated with the kidney and bladder channels. It is commonly used in herbal decoctions and formulas and should be prepared according to professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Ze Xie (泽泻) dried rhizome slices, a staple raw herb in traditional Chinese herbal practice
• Botanical source Alisma orientale, also known as water plantain
• Sourced from Sichuan, a recognized producing region for new-crop Ze Xie
• Supplied in whole natural slice form, suitable for decoction and herbal blending
• Packed in a 1kg bulk size, ideal for herbal shops, kitchens, and formula preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish to light brown slices with a firm, dry texture and a faint starchy aroma. When decocted, the slices soften and yield a mild, bland, slightly starchy taste that blends easily with other herbs.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to herbal soup packs and slow-cooked broths
• Blended with other TCM herbs in classic formulas
• Used in seasonal herbal cooking and congee preparations

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Ze Xie is traditionally associated with draining dampness and promoting urination, and it appears in many classic formulas, often paired with herbs such as Fu Ling and Bai Zhu. It is traditionally prepared by washing and simmering the slices in water, either alone or within decoction blends, and is also used in seasonal herbal soups. Preparation and use are best guided by a qualified practitioner.

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