Jiaogulan Gynostemma Loose Herb Dried Tender Leaves and Vine for Daily Herbal Tea 500g

Jiaogulan, known in TCM as Jiao Gu Lan (绞股蓝), is the dried leaf and tender vine of Gynostemma pentaphyllum. This lot features slender twisted strands of bitter-type jiaogulan with tender leaves, sun-dried in the traditional style. In TCM it is considered cool in nature with a bitter-sweet flavor and is traditionally valued as a daily herbal tea. Steep in hot water and enjoy as part of a balanced routine.

Key Selling Points

• Dried jiaogulan herb in twisted strand form with tender leaves and vine
• Botanical source Gynostemma pentaphyllum from Hunan, China
• Bitter-type jiaogulan traditionally favored for daily herbal tea
• Sun-dried processing with no added ingredients
• Sold as a 500g pack of edible agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

The strands are typically deep green with slender, slightly curled leaves and thin vine segments. Dried jiaogulan carries a fresh grassy aroma, and brewed tea typically tastes mildly bitter with a lingering sweet aftertaste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a daily herbal tea in hot water
• Combine with goji berry or chrysanthemum for a blended infusion
• Brew lightly for a refreshing warm drink in warm seasons
• Keep on hand as a pantry herbal staple for family tea time

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, jiaogulan is often prepared as a simple infusion by steeping the dried leaves and vine in hot water. It is traditionally associated with daily wellness drinking, and folk usage in southern China has long included it as a seasonal tea. It is commonly paired with other mild herbs such as goji berry or licorice root according to personal preference.

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