Sun-Dried Mo Pan Cao Herb 500g Abutilon indicum Whole Plant Traditional TCM Herbal Material

Sun-Dried Mo Pan Cao (磨盘草), the whole herb of Abutilon indicum, is a traditional Chinese botanical also known as Er Xiang Cao (耳响草) or Shi Mo Zai (石磨仔). In TCM theory it is considered sweet in flavor and cool in nature, and it is traditionally associated with clearing and benefiting the senses. This dried whole-plant material is supplied as a raw culinary-grade herb for decoction, soup, or herbal tea preparation. Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Mo Pan Cao (磨盘草) from Abutilon indicum, a recognized traditional Chinese herb
• Also known by the folk names Er Xiang Cao (耳响草) and Shi Mo Zai (石磨仔)
• Sun-dried whole plant form suitable for decoction, soup, and herbal tea preparation
• Traditionally regarded in TCM as sweet and cool, associated with clearing and sensory wellness
• Supplied as a 500g culinary-grade raw herb with a 24-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

The dried herb typically appears as cut or whole stems, leaves, and seed heads in muted green to grayish-brown tones with a dry, fibrous texture. It carries a mild grassy aroma, and when decocted it typically yields a light, gently herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked herbal soups
• Brewed as a mild daily herbal tea
• Incorporated into seasonal wellness cooking

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese herbal practice, Mo Pan Cao has long been used in folk formulas across southern China, where the whole herb is simmered in water or added to soups. It is traditionally associated with supporting clear hearing and soothing the throat, and it is often paired with other cooling herbs such as chrysanthemum or honeysuckle in seasonal decoctions. Folk households have also prepared it as a simple summer tea.

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