Cicada Slough Chan Tui 蝉蜕 Dried Whole Shells 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction
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Cicada Slough Chan Tui 蝉蜕 Dried Whole Shells 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction

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Description

Cicada Slough, known in TCM as Chan Tui (蝉蜕), is the naturally shed exoskeleton of the cicada, Cryptotympana pustulata. These whole, water-washed shells are naturally sun-dried and sold as a raw Chinese herbal ingredient. In TCM theory, Chan Tui is sweet in flavor and cold in nature, traditionally associated with dispersing wind-heat. Suitable for decoction or external herbal use under professional guidance.

Cicada Slough Chan Tui 蝉蜕 Dried Whole Shells 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction overview

Key Selling Points

  • Whole intact cicada slough shells, a classic raw TCM herb
  • Botanical source Cryptotympana pustulata, known as Chan Tui (蝉蜕)
  • Naturally sun-dried and water-washed for clean whole shells
  • Traditionally associated with dispersing wind-heat in TCM theory
  • 500g selected pack suited to decoction and herbal preparation
Cicada Slough Chan Tui 蝉蜕 Dried Whole Shells 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction key features

Quality & Sensory

Typically light yellow to brownish, hollow, thin, and brittle whole shells with a delicate papery texture. Aroma is faint and slightly earthy. When decocted, the resulting liquid is typically mild and neutral in taste.

Cicada Slough Chan Tui 蝉蜕 Dried Whole Shells 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Raw Chinese herbal ingredient
Chinese Name 蝉蜕
Pinyin Chan Tui
Botanical Name Cryptotympana pustulata
Plant Part Whole shed exoskeleton
Net Weight 500g
Cicada Slough Chan Tui 蝉蜕 Dried Whole Shells 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
  • Blended into TCM formulas with other wind-heat herbs
  • Prepared as a mild herbal tea infusion
  • Used in external herbal washes under professional guidance
Cicada Slough Chan Tui 蝉蜕 Dried Whole Shells 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction in use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Chan Tui is traditionally used to disperse wind-heat, benefit the throat and eyes, and relieve itching. It is commonly combined with herbs such as Ju Hua or Bo He in wind-heat formulas and is a familiar ingredient in seasonal decoctions. Whole shells are typically wrapped or simmered before use.

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: It is whole dried cicada slough, the naturally shed exoskeleton of the cicada, a traditional Chinese herb known as Chan Tui (蝉蜕).

Q: What is its traditional value?

A: In TCM theory it is sweet and cold, traditionally associated with dispersing wind-heat and supporting throat and eye comfort.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: The shells are typically simmered in decoctions or infused in hot water, often wrapped in cloth or combined with other herbs.

Additional information

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Packaging specifications Cicada exuvia 50g selected, Cicada exuvia 250g selected, Cicada exuvia 500g selected

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