Yu Zhu Dried Polygonatum Slices 500g Large Pieces Hunan Solomon’s Seal Rhizome for Cooking and Herbal Soup

Yu Zhu (玉竹), the dried rhizome of Polygonatum odoratum, is supplied here as large sliced pieces from Hunan. In TCM theory it is sweet and slightly cold and is traditionally associated with nourishing yin and moistening dryness. These whole-form slices are a common culinary herb for soups, teas, and congee. This is a food product and is not intended to replace medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Large-cut Yu Zhu slices made from the rhizome of Polygonatum odoratum
• Sourced from Hunan, a recognized region for this traditional herb
• Whole natural form suitable for cooking, decoction, and herbal tea
• Traditionally used in TCM to nourish yin and generate fluids
• 500g pack sealed for storage in a cool dry place

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellow to light amber slices with a firm, slightly translucent texture and a subtle sweet aroma. When simmered, the pieces soften and lend a mild, gently sweet taste to soups and teas.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal soups with lean pork, chicken, or duck
• Brew as a mild herbal tea, alone or with goji berries and lily bulb
• Add to congee or dessert soups for a naturally sweet flavor
• Use in slow-cooked culinary dishes as a traditional food ingredient

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Yu Zhu is commonly added to autumn and winter soups and tonics, often paired with Mai Dong, Sha Shen, or lily bulb in moistening decoctions. It is also a familiar ingredient in Cantonese-style soup packs and daily herbal teas, where it is simmered or steeped to release its mild sweetness.

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