Lu Xian Cao Dried Herb 1000g Pyrola Whole Plant Traditional TCM Herbal Tea and Decoction Ingredient

Lu Xian Cao (鹿衔草), also written Lu Han Cao, is the dried whole plant of Pyrola calliantha, a traditional Chinese medicine herb supplied as new-crop dried botanical material. In TCM theory it is considered bitter and mild in nature and traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels. This bulk herb is sold as an edible agricultural product for herbal tea, decoction, and formula use. Store refrigerated and use under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Lu Xian Cao (鹿衔草) dried whole herb from Pyrola calliantha
• New-crop stock supplied without sulfur fumigation treatment
• Traditional TCM herb valued in classical decoction and formula practice
• Bulk 1000g pack suited to herbal shops, tea blending, and home decoction
• Direct-from-origin sourcing with refrigerated storage recommended

Quality & Sensory

The dried herb typically shows slender stems with small, dark green to brownish-green leaves and a dry, brittle texture. It has a mild, grassy aroma, and when simmered it typically yields a light amber infusion with a gently bitter, earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered as a traditional herbal decoction
• Blended into herbal tea infusions
• Used as an ingredient in TCM formulas
• Stocked in bulk by herbal shops and apothecaries

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine practice, Lu Xian Cao has long been used in decoctions and herbal formulas, often paired with herbs such as Du Zhong or Niu Xi in classical kidney-tonifying preparations. It is also traditionally simmered alone or with other botanicals for seasonal wellness teas. Preparation typically involves simmering the dried herb in water before straining.

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