Huang Lian Sliced Coptis Root Dried Herb Traditional TCM Bitter Decoction Pieces 350g

Huang Lian (黄连), known botanically as Coptis chinensis, is a dried rhizome sliced for decoction use. Sun-dried slices typically show a yellow cut surface with radiating texture and a very bitter taste. In TCM theory it is strongly bitter and cold, entering the Heart, Spleen, Stomach, and Large Intestine channels. Traditionally used in herbal formulas, it is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Huang Lian rhizome slices from Coptis chinensis
• Sun-dried primary processing preserves the natural yellow color and radiating texture
• Valued in TCM as a classic bitter-cold herb for traditional decoction formulas
• Pre-packaged in two 175g jars for convenient storage in cool dry conditions
• Suitable for herbal decoctions and professional TCM preparation

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a yellow to golden-brown cut surface with a radiating star-like texture and rough edges. The aroma is faint and earthy, and the taste is intensely bitter, a hallmark of authentic Huang Lian.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions under guidance of a qualified practitioner
• Combine with other TCM herbs in classical formulas
• Store in a cool dry place as part of a home herbal apothecary

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Huang Lian is a core bitter-cold herb traditionally associated with clearing heat and drying dampness. It appears in classical formulas such as Huang Lian Jie Du Tang and San Huang tablets, often paired with Scutellaria and Phellodendron. Traditionally prepared by decoction, it is used seasonally in heat-clearing herbal combinations rather than as a daily tea.

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