White Peony Root Bai Shao Sliced Dried Herb 500g Culinary and Decoction Use
$8.11 – $11.94Price range: $8.11 through $11.94
Description
White Peony Root, known in TCM as Bai Shao (白芍), from Paeonia lactiflora, offered as naturally sun-dried sliced root pieces. In TCM theory Bai Shao is traditionally associated with nourishing blood and softening the liver, with a bitter and sour flavor and a slightly cold nature. This 500g pack is a culinary-grade raw herb suitable for decoctions, soups, and herbal cooking. Not a substitute for medicine.


Key Selling Points
- Authentic Bai Shao (白芍) white peony root slices from Bozhou, Anhui
- Botanical source Paeonia lactiflora, dried root in natural form
- Naturally sun-dried without sulfur fumigation processing
- Traditionally used in TCM decoctions and herbal soups
- 500g resealable pack suitable for daily culinary and herbal use


Quality & Sensory
Slices typically show a pale whitish to light beige cut surface with a firm, dense texture and a subtle earthy aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a mild, slightly bitter and sour taste typical of quality Bai Shao.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Raw herb decoction pieces |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 白芍 |
| Pinyin | Bai Shao |
| Botanical Name | Paeonia lactiflora |
| Plant Part | Root |
| Net Weight | 500 g |


Usage Scenarios
- Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
- Add to nourishing soups with other tonic herbs
- Use in herbal congee or slow-cooked dishes
- Combine with licorice or angelica root in classic pairings


Traditional Uses
In TCM practice Bai Shao is traditionally used in decoctions and soup formulas, often paired with Dang Gui (当归) or Gan Cao (甘草). It is a common ingredient in seasonal nourishing soups and classic formulas traditionally associated with supporting blood and liver balance. Slices are typically simmered 20-30 minutes with other herbs.

FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is 500g of dried white peony root slices, known in TCM as Bai Shao (白芍), from Paeonia lactiflora, sourced from Anhui.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory Bai Shao is traditionally associated with nourishing blood and softening the liver, with a bitter-sour flavor and slightly cold nature.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: Slices are typically simmered in decoctions or added to soups and congee, often combined with other tonic herbs.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | 500 grams of whole white peonies, Optional 500 grams of white peony root |
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