American Ginseng Slices Xi Yang Shen Large Cut Root Slices for Tea and Soup 50g

American Ginseng Slices, known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen (西洋参), from Panax quinquefolius, offered as large dried root slices. In TCM theory this cooling, sweet and slightly bitter root is traditionally associated with nourishing qi and supporting yin. A popular daily herb for tea, soup, and gentle tonics. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Large-cut American ginseng root slices, hand harvested
• Known in TCM as Xi Yang Shen (西洋参), botanical source Panax quinquefolius
• Traditionally valued in TCM as a cooling qi and yin tonic
• Convenient ready-to-brew slices for tea, soup, and decoction
• 50g pack, no added sugar, suitable for daily herbal use

Quality & Sensory

Slices are typically pale to golden tan with a firm, dense texture and a faint ginseng aroma. Brewed or simmered, they typically yield a light amber infusion with a mildly sweet, slightly bitter and lingering ginseng taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water for a daily ginseng tea
• Add to soups and slow-simmered broths
• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other tonic herbs
• Chew a slice directly as a traditional practice

Traditional Uses

In TCM, American ginseng is traditionally used to nourish qi and yin and to clear deficiency heat, often chosen in warm seasons or for those sensitive to warmer tonics. Slices are commonly steeped as tea, simmered in soups with chicken or pork, or added to congee. It is frequently paired with goji berry, red date, or Ophiopogon root in daily tonics.

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