Ban Lan Gen Isatis Root Dried Slices Wholesale Bulk Traditional TCM Herb

Ban Lan Gen (板蓝根) is the dried root of Isatis indigotica, a classic TCM botanical in the Brassicaceae family. Traditionally categorized as bitter and cold and associated with the Heart and Stomach channels, it is a staple in Chinese herbal practice. These whole-form dried root slices are sold as a raw culinary-grade herb for decoction and herbal preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Ban Lan Gen 板蓝根 dried root from Isatis indigotica
• Whole natural form with no further processing
• Sourced from Hebei province a recognized Chinese production region
• A foundational TCM herb commonly stocked in herbal dispensaries
• Available in bulk kilogram quantities for wholesale buyers

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-brown to grayish-brown in color with a firm fibrous texture and a faint characteristic herbal aroma. Decocted slices typically yield a mildly bitter earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Blended into multi-herb TCM formulas
• Used in seasonal wellness broths under practitioner guidance
• Stocked by herbal shops and TCM dispensaries

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory Ban Lan Gen is traditionally associated with clearing heat and benefiting the throat. It is a principal herb in classic cooling decoctions and is widely used in autumn and winter seasonal formulas. It is commonly paired with herbs such as Jin Yin Honeysuckle and Lian Qiao Forsythia in traditional heat-clearing preparations.

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