Xuan Shen Sliced Scrophularia Root 500g Dried Figwort Slices for Herbal Tea and Decoction

Xuan Shen (玄参), known as Scrophularia ningpoensis, is the dried root of Ningpo figwort, traditionally sliced for herbal use. In TCM theory it is considered cold in nature with sweet, bitter and salty flavor, traditionally associated with the lung, stomach and kidney channels. These naturally sun-dried slices are commonly simmered in decoctions or steeped as a simple herbal tea. This is a food-grade raw botanical, not a medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Xuan Shen (玄参) root slices from Scrophularia ningpoensis
• Naturally sun-dried whole root cut into convenient slices
• Traditional TCM herb valued in classical decoction formulas
• Sourced from Sichuan, a recognized growing region for this root
• Suitable for herbal tea, decoctions and wine infusions

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a dark brown to blackish exterior with a grayish-brown cut surface and firm, slightly fibrous texture. Their aroma is characteristically faint and somewhat sweet, and decocted liquid typically carries a mild, slightly bitter and sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Steep slices in hot water as a simple herbal tea
• Add to herbal wine infusions
• Combine with other roots in seasonal soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Xuan Shen is traditionally used in cooling formulas and is often paired with herbs such as Mai Dong (麦冬) or Sheng Di Huang (生地黄) in decoctions. Folk practice also includes steeping the slices alone or with other roots as a daily herbal tea, particularly in warm seasons. Preparation traditionally involves simmering the slices in water before use.

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