Japanese Knotweed Root Slices Hu Zhang Bulk Dried Herb for Decoction 500g

Japanese Knotweed Root Slices, known in TCM as Hu Zhang (虎杖), from Polygonum cuspidatum. These dried root slices are a classic Chinese herbal botanical, traditionally associated with clearing damp-heat and supporting smooth circulation of qi and blood in TCM theory. Sliced and sun-dried for convenient decoction, they are sold as a raw culinary-grade agricultural product for traditional herbal preparation. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Hu Zhang (虎杖) root slices from Polygonum cuspidatum
• Sun-dried whole slices suitable for traditional decoction
• Traditionally used in TCM to clear damp-heat and invigorate blood
• Bulk 500g pack ideal for herbal kitchens and long-term stocking
• Sold as a raw agricultural product with simple drying process

Quality & Sensory

Typically cut into irregular yellowish-brown slices with a firm, fibrous texture and faint earthy aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a light golden tone with a mildly bitter, astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to herbal soup preparations
• Use in folk-style herbal teas after decoction
• Incorporate into seasonal herbal recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Hu Zhang is traditionally associated with clearing damp-heat, promoting bile flow, and invigorating blood circulation. It has long been prepared as a single-herb decoction or combined with other herbs such as Yin Chen (Artemisia capillaris) in traditional formulas. Folk use also includes external washes in some regional practices. Preparation typically involves simmering the slices in water.

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