Deng Xin Cao (Juncus effusus) — Dried Medulla Rush Pith for Herbal Tea & Soup

Deng Xin Cao (Juncus effusus), also written as Deng Xin Cao (灯芯草) and known as Dragon Whisker Grass (龙须草), is the dried stem pith of a traditional food herb used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). For centuries it has been prized as a gentle, clearing herb traditionally used to calm the spirit, ease restlessness, and support smooth flow of fluids. Its nature is sweet, bland, and slightly cold, making it a mild yet effective herb for clearing heat and soothing the heart.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional food herb used in TCM
• Dried Juncus effusus stem pith
• Also known as Dragon Whisker Grass
• Suitable for herbal tea and soup
• Clean, carefully dried quality

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its pale, ivory-white color, light spongy texture, and faint grassy aroma. When brewed, the pith softens and releases a mild, subtly sweet infusion with a clean, refreshing finish, making it easy to blend with other herbs.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal tea blends
• Chinese-style soup and broth
• Congee and grain porridge
• Seasonal cooling drinks
• Daily wellness tea

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Deng Xin Cao is decocted into light teas and soups to support calm and comfort during warm seasons. It is often brewed alone or blended with ingredients like lotus seed, lily bulb, and chrysanthemum for a gentle, refreshing infusion. It also appears in traditional congee and soup recipes as a mild, clearing ingredient.

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