Ba Ji Tian (Morinda officinalis) — Dried Food Herb Root for Wine & Soup
Price range: $9.14 through $19.35
Description
Ba Ji Tian (Morinda officinalis) is the dried root of a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Bā Jǐ Tiān (巴戟天). Also called Chicken Intestine Wind (鸡肠风) in folk herbal circles, Ba Ji Tian has been prized for centuries as a warming, yang-supporting herb used to strengthen the bones, nourish the Kidneys, and support vitality. Its nature is sweet, pungent, and slightly warm, making it a gentle yet deeply nourishing herb for warming the lower body and supporting healthy qi.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional Kidney-warming food herb
- Dried Ba Ji Tian root from Guangdong
- Also known as Chicken Intestine Wind
- Suitable for wine soaking and soup
- Sun-dried, new-crop quality
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully sun-dried to preserve its pale tan to light brown color, firm yet slightly flexible texture, and mild earthy aroma. When decocted or soaked, the root releases a gentle, subtly sweet and warming flavor with a smooth, rounded mouthfeel, adding depth to broths and infusions without overpowering other ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Root |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Ba Ji Tian |
| Botanical Name | Morinda officinalis |
| Form | Dried Root |
| Origin | Guangdong, China |
| Processing | Sun-Dried |
Usage Scenarios
- Traditional herbal wine soaking
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Herbal tea blends
- Seasonal slow-cooking
- Medicinal food soup packs
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Ba Ji Tian is decocted into soups, congee, and warming tonics to support daily vitality during cooler seasons. It is a common ingredient in medicinal food soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like goji berry, Chinese yam, and jujube. It is also traditionally soaked in wine as a warming folk preparation, and brewed as a tea with other gentle herbs for daily nourishment.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Ba Ji Tian?
A: Ba Ji Tian is the common Chinese name for the dried root of Morinda officinalis, also called Chicken Intestine Wind in folk herbal circles. It is a traditional food herb used in soups, teas, and wine preparations.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Ba Ji Tian?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Ba Ji Tian is associated with warming and supporting the Kidneys, strengthening the bones, and supporting healthy qi. It is often used in soups and tonics for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Ba Ji Tian root?
A: Rinse the root and simmer it with soup ingredients, or soak it in wine as a traditional folk preparation. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Selected large core morinda officinalis 0 25kg, Selected large core morinda officinalis 0 5kg, Select goods morinda officinalis 0 25kg, Select goods morinda officinalis 0 5kg, Tonghuo core morinda officinalis 0 25kg, Tonghuo core morinda officinalis 0 5kg, Preparation of core milking morinda officinalis 0 5kg, Morinda officinalis powder 0 5kg |
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