Chuan Niu Xi Sichuan Cyathula Root 500g Dried Chuan Niu Xi 川牛膝 for Decoction and Soup

Chuan Niu Xi (川牛膝), pinyin Chuān Niú Xī, is the dried root of Cyathula officinalis, a classic Sichuan herb in TCM. Traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels, it is valued in herbal formulas and daily decoctions. This listing offers dried root pieces sold as a food-grade agricultural product; consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Sichuan Chuan Niu Xi dried root, distinct from Huai Niu Xi
• Botanical source Cyathula officinalis, a recognized TCM herb
• Sold as edible agricultural produce with 12-month shelf life
• Nitrogen-flushed packaging helps preserve freshness and aroma
• Suitable for decoctions, soups, and traditional herbal preparations

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried root pieces are yellowish-brown to grayish-brown with a firm, slightly fibrous texture and a faint earthy aroma. When simmered, the liquid is typically light amber with a mild, slightly sweet and bitter herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions following traditional recipes
• Add to slow-cooked soups with other tonic herbs
• Use in congee or culinary preparations as a traditional ingredient
• Incorporate into seasonal herbal formulas under practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Chuan Niu Xi is traditionally used to invigorate blood, guide herbs downward, and support the lower body, often appearing in formulas for the lumbar and knee regions. It is commonly paired with herbs like Du Zhong or Sang Ji Sheng in decoctions and medicinal soups, especially in autumn and winter tonics.

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