Ge Shan Xiao Dried Root Slices 500g Bulk Traditional Chinese Herb Cynanchum auratum for Decoction and Soup

Ge Shan Xiao (隔山撬), also written Ge Shan Xiao (隔山消) and known as Bai He Shou Wu, is the dried root of Cynanchum auratum, a traditional Chinese herb supplied as whole dried root slices. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels and is valued in folk herbal practice for digestive support. This 500g pack is sold as a raw edible agricultural product for decoction, soup, or culinary herbal use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Ge Shan Xiao (隔山撬) dried root sourced from Sichuan
• Botanical source Cynanchum auratum, also known as Bai He Shou Wu
• Whole-form raw herb slices in natural original state
• 500g bulk pack suitable for decoction, soup, and herbal cooking
• Traditionally used in TCM and folk practice for digestive wellness

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a pale yellowish-white to light brown cut surface with a firm, starchy texture and a faint earthy aroma. When simmered, the root typically yields a mild, slightly starchy and gently bitter herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked soups with meat or vegetables
• Used in congee or culinary herbal recipes
• Combined with other TCM roots in seasonal tonic cooking

Traditional Uses

In TCM and folk herbal practice, Ge Shan Xiao is traditionally associated with strengthening the spleen, aiding digestion, and relieving food stagnation. It is commonly simmered in decoctions or added to soups, often paired with herbs such as Chen Pi (tangerine peel) or Shan Zha (hawthorn) in traditional digestive formulas. Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture.

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