Dried Kudzu Root Slices Ge Gen 500g Pueraria lobata Cut Herbal Tea Chai Ge Gen

Dried Kudzu Root Slices, known in TCM as Ge Gen (葛根) or Chai Ge Gen (柴葛根), from Pueraria lobata. These cut root pieces are sun-dried and sold loose by weight. In TCM theory Ge Gen is sweet and acrid in flavor and traditionally associated with cooling and releasing the exterior. Commonly simmered in decoctions or steeped as a simple herbal tea.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Chai Ge Gen root pieces sourced from the Dabie Mountains of mainland China
• Botanical identity Pueraria lobata with dried root slices cut for easy brewing
• Traditionally valued in TCM for its sweet acrid nature and cooling properties
• Sun-dried and air-cured processing preserves the natural fibrous texture
• Versatile loose herb suitable for decoctions soups or daily herbal tea

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-white to light brown in color with a firm fibrous cut surface. The aroma is mild and starchy with a faint herbal sweetness. When simmered or steeped the resulting liquid typically carries a light earthy taste with subtle sweetness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water as a simple daily herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions with other TCM herbs
• Add to soups or congee during slow cooking
• Use in seasonal herbal food preparations

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice Ge Gen is a well-known herb often included in classic formulas and household decoctions. It is traditionally associated with releasing the exterior and easing neck and upper back tension. Commonly paired with herbs such as Ma Huang or Gui Zhi in traditional preparations and frequently simmered into soups or congee for everyday wellness.

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