Chuan Shan Long Dried Dioscorea Slices 500g TCM Herbal Root for Decoction and Culinary Use

Chuan Shan Long (穿山龙) is the dried rhizome of Dioscorea nipponica, supplied as cut slices for herbal preparation. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with the liver and lung channels and is valued in folk herbal practice. Sold as a raw edible-grade botanical for cooking or decoction, it is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Chuan Shan Long (穿山龙) rhizome slices from Dioscorea nipponica
• Traditional Chinese Medicine botanical with established folk herbal use
• Cut slice form suitable for decoction, soup, and culinary preparation
• 500g pack sold by the jin, sealed and stored in a cool dry place
• Raw herb category product intended for cooking rather than medicinal claims

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a pale yellowish to light brown cut surface with a firm, fibrous texture and a mild starchy aroma. When simmered, the liquid is typically light and earthy with a subtle, slightly astringent herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked soups and broths
• Used in congee or other culinary herbal dishes
• Prepared alongside other TCM herbs in seasonal recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM and folk herbal practice, Chuan Shan Long rhizome is traditionally prepared by slicing and simmering in water, often combined with other roots in decoctions. It has also been used in regional food-herb cooking, added to soups and stews during seasonal wellness routines. Traditional sources describe it as entering the liver and lung channels.

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