Wild Teng Li Gen Dried Kiwi Root Slices 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Decoction Ingredient

Wild Teng Li Gen (藤梨根), the dried root of Actinidia chinensis, is a traditional Chinese herbal material supplied as cut and sun-dried root slices. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with clearing damp-heat and supporting digestive comfort. This pre-packaged 500g lot is intended for decoction, soup, or herbal tea preparation under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Wild-harvested Teng Li Gen root slices from the kiwi plant Actinidia chinensis
• Sun-dried whole root cut into convenient decoction-ready pieces
• Traditionally used in TCM to clear damp-heat and support digestive wellness
• Pre-packaged 500g lot with 12-month shelf life under frozen storage
• Suitable for herbal decoctions, soups, and traditional root teas

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a pale brown to reddish-brown exterior with a fibrous, woody cut surface and a mild earthy aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a light amber tone with a slightly bitter, astringent herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked herbal soups
• Brewed as a bitter root tea
• Incorporated into seasonal wellness recipes

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Teng Li Gen is commonly simmered alone or combined with other herbs such as Hedyotis or Scutellaria in long-boiled decoctions. It has also been used in folk herbal soups, particularly during humid seasons, and is traditionally prepared by slow simmering to extract its woody, slightly bitter character.

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