Shi Jian Chuan Dried Herb 500g Salvia chinensis Whole Plant Traditional TCM Herbal Decoction Ingredient

Shi Jian Chuan (石见穿), the whole plant of Salvia chinensis, is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb supplied as dried, sun-cured aerial parts. In TCM theory it is considered bitter, acrid, and slightly cold, and is traditionally associated with the liver and spleen channels. This raw herb is typically used in decoctions and herbal formulas under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Shi Jian Chuan (石见穿) whole plant herb, also known as Yue Xia Hong or Shi Da Chuan
• Botanical source Salvia chinensis, dried aerial parts of the plant
• Sun-dried and carefully sorted to preserve natural color and aroma
• Traditionally used in TCM decoctions and compound herbal formulas
• Pre-packaged 500g lot, sealed for freshness and easy storage

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried herb shows grayish-green to brownish stems and leaves with a dry, brittle texture and a faint grassy-herbal aroma. When decocted, it typically yields a light brownish infusion with a mildly bitter, slightly acrid taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered as a traditional herbal decoction
• Included in compound TCM formulas prepared by practitioners
• Brewed as a mild herbal tea in small amounts
• Used in seasonal herbal soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Shi Jian Chuan has long been used in decoctions, often combined with other clearing and moving herbs according to classical pairing habits. Folk practice also used it in spring and summer herbal preparations. Preparation typically involves simmering the dried herb in water; amounts and combinations are traditionally determined by practitioners.

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