Dried Firmiana Root Slices Wu Tong Gen Traditional Herbal Decoction Piece 500g

Dried Firmiana Root Slices, known in TCM as Wu Tong Gen (梧桐根), from Firmiana simplex. This raw herb is the dried root of the Chinese parasol tree, cut into slices for decoction. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with dispelling wind-damp and supporting joint comfort. It is commonly simmered in water or added to herbal soups. Store in a cool dry place and use as part of a balanced traditional herbal routine.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Wu Tong Gen (梧桐根), the dried root of Firmiana simplex
• Raw decoction piece sliced for easy simmering
• Traditional herb used in wind-damp and joint-support formulas
• 500g pack of newly stocked dried root slices
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal soups, and congee

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically light tan to greyish-brown with a fibrous, woody texture. They have a mild earthy aroma and a subtle, slightly bitter woody taste after decoction. Color and texture may vary slightly between batches.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered as a single-herb decoction
• Added to traditional herbal soups
• Combined with other herbs in wind-damp formulas
• Cooked into herbal congee

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Wu Tong Gen is traditionally used to dispel wind-damp and support joint comfort. It is often simmered alone or paired with herbs such as Du Huo and Wei Ling Xian in decoctions. Folk practice also adds it to soups and congee for seasonal joint care. It is not a substitute for medical treatment.

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