Long Gu (Fossilized Bone) — Washed Wu Hua Dragon Bone & Long Chi Herbal Pieces
Price range: $8.01 through $100.53
Description
Long Gu (龙骨), also known as Fossilized Bone or Dragon Bone, is a mineralized fossil substance traditionally used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and historically honored as Lóng Gǔ (龙骨). This listing features washed Wu Hua Long Gu and Long Chi (龙齿, fossilized tooth) pieces, prized for centuries as heavy, settling, and spirit-anchoring materials used to calm the heart, quiet restlessness, and stabilize the spirit. Its nature is sweet, astringent, and neutral, making it a grounding yet gentle substance traditionally used to anchor floating yang and harmonize the nervous system.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional spirit-anchoring mineral herb
- Washed Wu Hua Long Gu and Long Chi pieces
- Naturally sun-dried processing
- Available as whole pieces or custom-ground powder
- 500g value pack for long-term use
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully washed and sun-dried to preserve its pale greyish-white to ivory tone, dense stony texture, and clean mineral appearance. The pieces feel heavy and solid in the hand, with a faint earthy, mineral aroma. When decocted, Long Gu releases a subtle, neutral taste that blends quietly into soups and formulas without overpowering other ingredients, while the powder form offers a fine, smooth texture for easy blending.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Mineral Herb Pieces |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Long Gu / Long Chi |
| Form | Whole Pieces or Powder |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Washed and Naturally Sun-Dried |
| Storage | Room Temperature, Dry Place |
Usage Scenarios
- Traditional decoction and herbal formulas
- Soup and medicinal food preparation
- Custom powder blending
- Long-term herbal storage
- TCM practitioner ingredient
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Long Gu is decocted into soups and traditional formulas to anchor the spirit, calm restlessness, and support restful sleep. It is often paired with Long Chi, oyster shell, and other settling minerals in classical decoctions. Long Chi, the fossilized tooth, is traditionally used alongside Long Gu for similar spirit-calming purposes. Both are commonly simmered slowly in water as part of daily or seasonal wellness routines, and the powder form is convenient for blending into warm drinks or congee.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Long Gu?
A: Long Gu, also called Fossilized Bone or Dragon Bone, is a mineralized fossil substance traditionally used in TCM. This listing includes washed Wu Hua Long Gu and Long Chi (fossilized tooth) pieces.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Long Gu?
A: In traditional Chinese wellness culture, Long Gu is associated with anchoring the spirit, calming restlessness, and settling floating yang. It is traditionally used in decoctions and formulas for grounding and harmonizing.
Q: How do I use Long Gu pieces or powder?
A: Whole pieces are typically simmered slowly in water as part of a decoction or soup. The powder form can be blended into warm liquids or congee. Adjust the quantity to your recipe or practitioner's guidance.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Keel first grade 500g, Dragon bone boutique 500g, Forged 500g, Dragon tooth system 500g, Dragon tooth optional 500g, Dragon bone powder 500g |
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