Tie Gun Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea polystachya) — Dried Chinese Yam Round Slices, 500g
$6.15
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Description
Tie Gun Shan Yao Slices (Dioscorea polystachya) are the dried rhizome slices of a highly revered food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Shān Yào (山药), with the Wen County 'Tie Gun' cultivar prized as the finest grade. For centuries, Shan Yao has been honored as a gentle, spleen-strengthening, qi-nourishing herb, traditionally used to support digestion, build vitality, and steady the spirit. Its nature is sweet and neutral, making it one of the most balanced and food-friendly herbs in the TCM repertoire, suitable for long-term daily nourishment.
Key Selling Points
- Authentic Wen County, Henan Tie Gun cultivar
- Traditional spleen-strengthening food herb
- Dried round slices, new-crop quality
- 500g bulk pack, can be ground into powder
- Dioscorea polystachya rhizome slices
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its creamy ivory color, firm yet slightly chalky texture, and mild, faintly sweet earthy aroma. The round slices are evenly cut and clean, with a smooth surface and no visible fiber coarseness. When decocted or simmered, they soften into a tender, slightly sticky consistency and yield a gentle, subtly sweet infusion that blends smoothly into soups and congee.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Slices |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Shan Yao (Tie Gun) |
| Botanical Name | Dioscorea polystachya |
| Origin | Wen County, Jiaozuo, Henan, China |
| Form | Dried Round Slices |
| Net Weight | 500g |
Usage Scenarios
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Congee and grain porridge
- Herbal tea blends
- Medicinal food soup packs
- Ground into powder for drinks or baking
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Shan Yao is decocted into soups, congee, and longevity tonics to support daily vitality and gentle nourishment. It is a staple ingredient in medicinal food soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like goji berry, jujube, lotus seed, and pork ribs. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other gentle herbs for a mild, slightly sweet infusion, and it is often ground into powder for congee or warm drinks.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Tie Gun Shan Yao?
A: Tie Gun Shan Yao is the common Chinese name for dried rhizome slices of Dioscorea polystachya, specifically the prized 'Tie Gun' cultivar from Wen County, Henan. It is a traditional food herb used in soups, congee, and teas.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Shan Yao?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Shan Yao is associated with strengthening the spleen, nourishing qi, and supporting gentle daily vitality. It is often used in soups and congee for long-term seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Shan Yao slices?
A: Rinse the slices and simmer them with soup ingredients or congee, or brew them in hot water as part of a tea blend. They can also be ground into powder for drinks or baking. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 30 × 20 × 10 cm |
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