Premium Sulfur-Free Sichuan Ophiopogon Root 500g Dried Mai Dong for Herbal Tea and Soup

Dried Ophiopogon Root, known in TCM as Mai Dong (麦冬), from Ophiopogon japonicus. This sulfur-free Sichuan-origin tuber is a classic yin-nourishing herb traditionally used to support throat comfort and body fluids. In TCM theory it is sweet and slightly cold, entering the Heart, Lung, and Stomach channels. Commonly simmered in tea, soup, or congee for daily wellness support.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Ophiopogon japonicus tuber from Sichuan, China
• Sulfur-free processing for a cleaner, natural dried root
• Sweet, slightly cold TCM herb entering Heart, Lung, and Stomach channels
• Traditionally used to nourish yin and support throat comfort
• Versatile for tea, soup, congee, and daily decoctions

Quality & Sensory

The dried tubers are typically pale yellowish-brown, plump, and slightly translucent with a firm, chewy texture. They have a mild, faintly sweet aroma. After simmering, the decoction tastes lightly sweet and smooth, and the softened root can be eaten.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered as a daily herbal tea
• Added to soups and broths
• Cooked into congee
• Combined with other yin-nourishing herbs in decoctions

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Mai Dong is traditionally used to nourish yin, generate fluids, and moisten the lungs. It is commonly simmered alone as a mild sweet tea or paired with herbs such as Yu Zhu, Sha Shen, and Gou Qi Zi in soups and congee. Folk practice often uses it during dry seasons or after illness to support throat and body fluid comfort.

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