White Silkworm Jiang Can 500g Dried Bombyx Batryticatus Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction
Price range: $29.46 through $35.71
Description
White Silkworm, known in TCM as Jiang Can (僵蚕), is the dried larva of Bombyx mori that has died from Beauveria bassiana infection. Traditionally associated with dispelling wind and resolving phlegm, it is a classic animal-derived materia medica. This 500g pack contains whole dried pieces suitable for decoction under professional guidance.
Key Selling Points
- Authentic Jiang Can (僵蚕) dried white silkworm from Yunnan
- Botanical source Bombyx mori, the domesticated silkworm
- Whole natural form with natural sun-dried processing
- Traditionally used in TCM formulas addressing wind and phlegm patterns
- 500g loose pack suitable for herbal pharmacies and decoction use
Quality & Sensory
Typically pale grayish-white to yellowish-white with a slightly curved cylindrical shape and a hard, brittle texture. The surface may show white fungal powder. The aroma is typically mild and slightly beany, and decocted liquid carries a faintly earthy, neutral taste.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried animal-derived TCM herb |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 僵蚕 |
| Pinyin | Jiang Can |
| Botanical Name | Bombyx mori |
| Form | Whole dried larva |
| Net Weight | 500g |
Usage Scenarios
- Decocted in herbal formulas under professional guidance
- Ground into powder for traditional external or compounded preparations
- Used by herbal practitioners in classical prescriptions
- Incorporated into traditional TCM decoction blends
Traditional Uses
In TCM theory, Jiang Can is traditionally associated with extinguishing wind, resolving phlegm, and softening nodules. It has historically appeared in classical formulas for wind-related conditions and is often paired with herbs such as Tian Ma, Quan Xie, and Chan Tui. Traditional preparation involves decoction or powdering, always within professionally composed formulas.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is dried white silkworm, known in TCM as Jiang Can (僵蚕), from Bombyx mori larvae infected with Beauveria bassiana. It is a traditional animal-derived Chinese herbal material.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with dispelling wind, resolving phlegm, and relieving spasms. It has long been used in classical formulas for wind and phlegm patterns.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: Traditionally it is decocted with other herbs or ground into powder for use in professionally composed formulas. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Currency 0 5kg, Select goods 0 5kg |
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