Shan Hai Luo Fourleaf Ladybell Root Slices 500g Traditional TCM Herbal Decoction Ingredient

Shan Hai Luo (山海螺), also called Fourleaf Ladybell Root or Yang Ru (羊乳根), is the dried root of Codonopsis lanceolata, a climbing herb in the Campanulaceae family. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with sweet flavor and neutral nature and is linked to the lung and spleen channels. These selected root slices are a classic raw botanical for decoctions, soups, and herbal formulas. This product is a food-grade agricultural item and is not intended to replace medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Shan Hai Luo (山海螺), the dried root of Codonopsis lanceolata
• Supplied as selected whole-form root slices suitable for decoction pieces
• Traditionally valued in TCM for nourishing herbal soups and formulas
• Sourced from Guangxi and packed as a 500g food-grade agricultural product
• Can be ground to powder on request for flexible herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a pale yellowish to light brown cut surface with a firm, slightly starchy texture and a faint earthy aroma. When simmered, the root typically yields a mild, gently sweet taste with a soft, root-like depth.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal decoctions with other tonic roots
• Added to slow-cooked soups with poultry or pork
• Cooked into nourishing congee
• Ground into powder for custom herbal blends

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Shan Hai Luo has long been used in tonic decoctions and family soups, often paired with herbs such as huang qi, yu zhu, or mai men dong in autumn and winter recipes. Folk households also simmer it with lean meat or chicken as a seasonal nourishing dish, and it may be cooked into congee for gentle daily herbal cooking.

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