Dried Cebai Ye Chinese Arborvitae Leaf 500g Traditional Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb

Dried Chinese Arborvitae Leaf, known in TCM as Cebai Ye (侧柏叶), from Platycladus orientalis. These dried leafy twigs are a classic raw herb supplied in a resealable 500g bag. In TCM theory, Cebai Ye is bitter, astringent, and slightly cold, traditionally associated with the lung, liver, and spleen channels. Traditionally used in decoctions, washes, and herbal preparations, it is a versatile addition to any herbal pantry.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Cebai Ye (侧柏叶) dried Chinese Arborvitae leaf from Platycladus orientalis
• Supplied as whole dried leafy twigs in natural unprocessed form
• 500g resealable bag, convenient for bulk herbal storage
• Traditionally used in TCM decoctions and external herbal washes
• Sourced from Hebei province, a recognized growing region

Quality & Sensory

Typically dark green to yellowish-green flattened sprays with a dry, brittle texture and a faint resinous, cedar-like aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a light greenish-brown hue with a mildly bitter, astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Prepare as an external herbal wash or rinse
• Use in foot soak blends
• Incorporate into custom herbal formulas

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Cebai Ye has long been valued for its cooling and astringent nature. It was traditionally decocted alone or combined with other herbs, and also prepared as an external wash for hair and scalp care in folk herbalism. Historical texts describe its use in seasonal formulas, and it remains a common ingredient in herbal shops for both internal decoction and topical rinses.

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