Eupatorium Herb Pei Lan 佩兰 Fragrant Dried Herb and Custom Ground Powder for Traditional Herbal Use

Eupatorium Herb, known in TCM as Pei Lan (佩兰), from Eupatorium fortunei, is a fragrant aerial herb supplied as dried slices or custom-ground powder from 20 to 300 mesh. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with aromatic dampness-resolving properties and a pungent flavor with a slightly warm nature. Sold as a culinary-grade agricultural product, it is intended for traditional herbal preparation and should be used as part of a balanced lifestyle rather than as a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Pei Lan (佩兰) sourced from Jiangsu, a recognized traditional production region
• Botanical source Eupatorium fortunei, the classic fragrant eupatorium of Chinese herbal tradition
• Available as whole dried slices or custom-ground powder from 20 to 300 mesh
• Traditionally valued in TCM for its aromatic quality and use in dampness-resolving formulas
• Sealed and stored in a cool dry place with a 24-month shelf life for lasting freshness

Quality & Sensory

The dried herb typically appears in grayish-green to brownish-green slices with a wrinkled, brittle texture. It carries a characteristic fresh, aromatic scent reminiscent of mint and camphor. When decocted, the liquor typically tastes mildly pungent and aromatic with a clean herbal finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Decocted as a traditional herbal tea or infusion
• Simmered in herbal decoctions with other botanicals
• Added to culinary broths or seasonal food preparations
• Ground powder incorporated into herbal blends or external sachets

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Pei Lan has long been used for its aromatic, dampness-resolving character and is traditionally paired with herbs such as Huo Xiang in summer herbal drinks. Folk custom also includes placing the fragrant herb in sachets or adding it to baths for its refreshing scent. It is commonly prepared by brief decoction to preserve its volatile aroma.

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