Dried Danshen Red Sage Slices 500g Bulk Salvia Miltiorrhiza TCM Herbal Decoction Pieces

Dried Red Sage Root Slices, known in TCM as Dan Shen (丹参), from Salvia miltiorrhiza. These bulk slices are cut from the root and air-dried, a traditional decoction piece valued in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory, Dan Shen is bitter in flavor and slightly cold in nature, traditionally associated with the heart and liver channels. Commonly simmered in decoctions or blended with other herbs. This is a food-grade agricultural product, not a medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Single-ingredient Dan Shen slices from Salvia miltiorrhiza root
• New-season crop with chrysanthemum-heart texture typical of quality purple Danshen
• Air-dried and sliced for convenient decoction or herbal blending
• 500g bulk loose pack suited to regular home preparation
• Sourced from Shandong, a recognized Danshen growing region

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a reddish-brown to purplish-red surface with a lighter, chrysanthemum-like pattern on the cut face. Texture is firm and dry with a faint earthy, herbal aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a warm reddish tone with a mildly bitter taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked herbal soups with meat or vegetables
• Blended into multi-herb formulas with other TCM botanicals
• Steeped as a component of daily herbal tea mixes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Dan Shen has long been included in decoctions and herbal formulas, traditionally associated with supporting healthy blood circulation and calming the spirit. It is commonly paired with herbs such as Chuan Xiong or Dang Gui in classic circulation-focused blends, and is also simmered in nourishing soups. Some households add slices to congee or seasonal tonics during cooler months.

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