Dried Polygala Root Yuan Zhi 远志 Loose Bulk 1 Jin Traditional TCM Herb

Dried Polygala Root, known in TCM as Yuan Zhi (远志), from Polygala tenuifolia. This listing offers loose dried root in tube form, traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory, Yuan Zhi is considered bitter and acrid with a warm nature, traditionally associated with the heart, lung, and kidney channels. Sold as a raw culinary-grade botanical for decoction and herbal preparation; consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Yuan Zhi 远志 dried root sourced from Shaanxi province
• Botanical source Polygala tenuifolia in traditional tube-cut form
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural character of the root
• Loose 1 jin bulk format suited to decoction and herbal blending
• A classic TCM herb traditionally associated with calming the spirit

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried root tubes show a grayish-brown to yellowish surface with a light, hollow cylindrical shape and slightly wrinkled texture. The aroma is mild and earthy, and decocted liquid typically carries a bitter, acrid taste characteristic of this root.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Blended into multi-herb formulas with other roots
• Prepared as a mild herbal tea infusion
• Added to restorative soups in small amounts

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Yuan Zhi is traditionally associated with calming the spirit, supporting restful sleep, and clearing phlegm from the heart. It is commonly decocted with herbs such as Suan Zao Ren, Fu Ling, or Ren Shen in classical formulas. Traditional preparation involves simmering the dried root tubes in water, often after brief processing to moderate its acridity.

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