San Leng Slices (Sparganium stoloniferum) — Vinegar-Prepared Dried Herb, 500g
Price range: $6.70 through $7.67
Description
San Leng Slices (Sparganium stoloniferum) are the dried, vinegar-prepared rhizome slices of a traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Sān Lèng (三棱). Also called Common Burreed Rhizome, San Leng has been prized for centuries as a blood-quickening, stasis-dispelling herb used to support smooth movement of qi and blood. Its nature is bitter and neutral, making it a focused yet balanced herb traditionally associated with breaking through stagnation and easing abdominal fullness.
Key Selling Points
- Vinegar-prepared (醋制) San Leng slices
- Traditional blood-quickening food herb
- Sparganium stoloniferum rhizome
- Naturally sun-dried, 500g pack
- Sourced from Hunan, China
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully sliced and naturally sun-dried to preserve its pale yellowish-brown color, firm texture, and mild earthy aroma with a subtle vinegar note from the preparation process. When decocted, the slices soften and yield a gently bitter, slightly astringent infusion that blends well with other herbs in traditional formulas.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Vinegar-Prepared Dried Herb Slices |
|---|---|
| Common Name | San Leng |
| Botanical Name | Sparganium stoloniferum |
| Form | Dried Slices |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Vinegar-Prepared and Sun-Dried |
Usage Scenarios
- Traditional herbal decoctions
- Herbal formula blends
- Medicinal food soups
- Seasonal wellness preparations
- Herbal pairing with other decoction pieces
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, San Leng is decocted into soups and formulas to support the smooth movement of qi and blood, often paired with herbs like E Zhu (莪术), Dang Gui, and Chuan Xiong. It is a common ingredient in traditional medicinal food preparations and seasonal decoctions, where it is simmered slowly to release its active constituents. As a daily tea, it is brewed in small amounts with other herbs for a gently bitter, warming infusion.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is San Leng?
A: San Leng is the common Chinese name for dried rhizome slices of Sparganium stoloniferum, also called Common Burreed Rhizome. It is a traditional food herb used in decoctions and herbal formulas.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of San Leng?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, San Leng is associated with quickening blood, dispelling stasis, and supporting the smooth movement of qi. It is often used in decoctions and medicinal food preparations for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use vinegar-prepared San Leng slices?
A: Rinse the slices and simmer them with other herbs in a decoction, or add them to medicinal food soups. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference, and consult a qualified practitioner for personalized guidance.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Select triangular slices 0 5kg, Tonghuo three sided piece 0 5kg, Make triangular slices 0 5kg |
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