Dried Sea Dragon Hai Long Whole Dried Sea Horse TCM Herb for Herbal Wine and Decoction 500g

Dried Sea Dragon, known in TCM as Hai Long (海龙), from Syngnathus species, offered as whole dried marine specimens for traditional herbal preparation. In TCM theory, Hai Long is considered warm in nature with salty flavor and is traditionally associated with the kidney channel. This raw herb is commonly reserved for decoction or herbal wine preparation and should be used under the guidance of a qualified practitioner. Not suitable for pregnant or nursing women.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Sea Dragon supplied as a traditional Chinese medicinal raw herb
• Known in TCM as Hai Long 海龙 with a long history in classical herbal practice
• Traditionally associated with kidney tonification in TCM theory
• Suitable for herbal wine infusion or slow decoction preparation
• Bulk-friendly 500g pack stored in a cool dry place

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-brown to greyish in color with a slender elongated body and a dry firm texture. The aroma is characteristically mild and marine-like. When decocted, the resulting liquid typically carries a subtle briny taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Slow decoction with other herbs under practitioner guidance
• Traditional herbal wine infusion
• Culinary herbal soup preparation in small amounts
• Long-term storage as a dried TCM raw material

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Hai Long has long been used in kidney-tonifying formulas and is often paired with herbs such as Rou Cong Rong or Du Zhong in decoctions. It is also a classic ingredient for medicinal wine steeping, a practice common in folk herbalism. Traditionally associated with supporting yang and benefiting the lower back, it is typically prepared by slow simmering or alcohol infusion rather than eaten directly.

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