Ou Jie (Nelumbo nucifera) Lotus Rhizome Node — Dried Herbal Decoction Piece

Ou Jie (Nelumbo nucifera) is the dried node of the lotus rhizome, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Ǒu Jié (藕节). For centuries it has been prized as a gentle, astringent herb traditionally used to stanch bleeding and harmonize the blood, appearing in classical formulas and folk decoctions alike. Its nature is sweet and astringent, neutral and balancing, making it a mild yet focused herb for supporting the blood and soothing the Stomach and Lung channels.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional lotus rhizome node decoction piece
• Nelumbo nucifera botanical identity
• Sun-dried, clean food-herb quality
• Suitable for decoction and herbal formulas
• Also available as Ou Jie Tan (charred form)

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is sun-dried to preserve its pale tan to light brown color, firm fibrous texture, and faint earthy aroma. When decocted, the nodes soften and yield a mild, slightly astringent infusion with a subtle sweetness, blending smoothly into multi-herb formulas without overpowering other ingredients.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal decoction and formula blending
• Traditional soup and congee ingredient
• Daily herbal tea preparation
• Seasonal blood-nourishing food therapy
• Powder preparation for custom blends

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Ou Jie is decocted alone or with paired herbs such as lotus leaf, lotus seed, and lotus plumule to support the blood and calm the spirit. It appears in classical formulas addressing bleeding patterns and is simmered into soups and congee during seasonal nourishment. As a daily tea, it is brewed gently for a light, astringent infusion, and in its charred form (Ou Jie Tan) it is traditionally used in formulas where a stronger astringent action is desired.

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