American Ginseng Slices Xi Yang Shen 500g Changbai Mountain Dried Root Tea and Culinary Herb

American Ginseng Slices, known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen (西洋参), from Panax quinquefolius, offered as dried root slices. Sourced from Changbai Mountain and carefully dried, these slices are traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice for their cooling nature and slightly sweet, mildly bitter flavor. In TCM theory, American ginseng is associated with nourishing qi and supporting yin. Commonly simmered in teas, soups, or culinary dishes as part of a balanced wellness routine.

Key Selling Points

• Dried American ginseng root slices from Changbai Mountain
• Known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen (西洋参) from Panax quinquefolius
• Extra-large slices typically 1.8 cm or wider
• Traditionally associated with nourishing qi and supporting yin in TCM
• Suitable for teas, soups, congee, and everyday culinary use

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a pale golden to light tan color with firm, dense texture and visible root rings. The aroma is typically earthy and mildly sweet. When simmered, the taste is traditionally described as slightly sweet with a gentle lingering bitterness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer slices alone or with other herbs for a traditional ginseng tea
• Add to slow-cooked soups and broths for culinary depth
• Cook into congee or grain porridge as a seasonal tonic food
• Chew a slice directly as a traditional folk practice

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, American ginseng is considered cool in nature and sweet with slight bitterness, traditionally associated with replenishing qi and nourishing yin. It is commonly simmered in decoctions, steeped in tea, or added to soups and congee, often paired with ingredients like goji berries or red dates. Traditionally enjoyed during warm seasons or by those seeking a gentler ginseng option in daily herbal routines.

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