Tian Ma Powder (Gastrodia elata) — Yunnan Zhaotong Gastrodia Rhizome Powder, 150g Jar
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Description
Tian Ma Powder (Gastrodia elata) is the finely milled rhizome of a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Tiān Má (天麻). Also called Gastrodia Rhizome, Tian Ma has been prized for centuries as a calming, spirit-settling, and wind-extinguishing herb, traditionally used to relieve headaches, dizziness, spasms, tremors, and disorders of internal wind. Its nature is sweet, neutral, and balancing, making it gentle yet profoundly effective for soothing the Liver, anchoring yang, and harmonizing the nervous system. This powder is sourced from Zhaotong, Yunnan, a region long celebrated for its Gastrodia elata, and is milled for convenient daily use in teas, soups, and congee.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional calming and wind-extinguishing herb
- Gastrodia elata rhizome powder from Zhaotong, Yunnan
- Finely milled for convenient daily use
- Pairs traditionally with Dan Shen and Si Bao formulas
- 150g resealable jar for tea, soup, and congee
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully milled to a fine, uniform powder that preserves the rhizome's pale ivory to light beige color and smooth, dry texture. The powder carries a mild, earthy aroma with subtle notes of damp forest floor. When stirred into warm water or simmered in broth, it disperses easily and yields a gentle, slightly sweet infusion with a soft, starchy mouthfeel that blends smoothly with other herbs.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Herbal Powder |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Tian Ma |
| Botanical Name | Gastrodia elata |
| Form | Fine Powder |
| Net Weight | 150g per jar |
| Origin | Zhaotong, Yunnan |
Usage Scenarios
- Warm water or tea infusion
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Congee and grain porridge
- Blended with Dan Shen powder
- Daily herbal wellness routine
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Tian Ma is decocted into soups, tonics, and longevity formulas to promote calm nerves, sharper mental clarity, and smoother movement of the limbs. It is a classic ingredient in head-soothing soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like Dan Shen, Chuan Xiong, and Bai Shao. As a daily powder, it is stirred into warm water or blended with Dan Shen powder and Si Bao formulas for convenient traditional nourishment.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Tian Ma Powder?
A: Tian Ma Powder is the finely milled rhizome of Gastrodia elata, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine as Tiān Má (天麻). It is a traditional herb prized as calming, spirit-settling, and wind-extinguishing.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Tian Ma?
A: In TCM, Tian Ma enters the Liver channel, where it works to calm Liver wind and anchor yang. It is traditionally used to relieve headaches, dizziness, spasms, tremors, and disorders of internal wind, and is considered one of the most important herbs for Liver yang rising.
Q: How do I use Tian Ma Powder?
A: Stir the powder into warm water or tea, or add it to soups and congee during cooking. It can also be blended with Dan Shen powder or Si Bao formulas. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.43 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12 × 12 × 15 cm |
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