Whole Dried Cistanche Root 500g Rou Cong Rong for Tea Soup and Wine Soaking
Price range: $14.88 through $35.71
Description
Whole Dried Cistanche Root, known in TCM as Rou Cong Rong (肉苁蓉), from Cistanche deserticola. This 500g bag contains whole, unsulfured dried stems valued in TCM theory as sweet, salty, and warm, entering the Kidney and Large Intestine channels. Traditionally associated with supporting kidney yang and nourishing essence, it is commonly used in decoctions, soups, teas, and wine infusions. Store sealed and refrigerate after opening.
Key Selling Points
- Whole unsulfured Cistanche stems, 500g bag
- Known in TCM as Rou Cong Rong (肉苁蓉)
- Botanical source Cistanche deserticola
- Suitable for tea, soup, decoction, or wine soaking
- Traditional TCM kidney-supporting herb
Quality & Sensory
The dried stems are typically brownish-yellow to dark brown with a firm, slightly woody texture and a mild earthy aroma. When decocted or simmered, the liquid is typically light amber with a subtle sweet and earthy taste. Color and texture may vary slightly between batches.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried whole herb |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 肉苁蓉 |
| Pinyin | Rou Cong Rong |
| Botanical Name | Cistanche deserticola |
| Plant Part | Dried stem |
| Net Weight | 500g |
Usage Scenarios
- Simmered in herbal decoctions
- Added to soups and broths
- Brewed as a daily herbal tea
- Soaked in wine for traditional infusions
Traditional Uses
In TCM theory, Rou Cong Rong is traditionally used in decoctions and soups to support kidney yang and nourish essence. It is often paired with herbs such as Gou Qi Zi or Shan Yao in tonic formulas. Folk practice includes soaking the whole root in wine or simmering it with meat for seasonal nourishment.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is whole dried Cistanche deserticola stems, known in TCM as Rou Cong Rong (肉苁蓉), sold in a 500g bag.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory, it is considered sweet, salty, and warm, and is traditionally associated with supporting kidney yang and nourishing essence.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It is typically simmered in decoctions or soups, brewed as tea, or soaked in wine according to traditional methods.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Model | 整根100 200g 根 500g装, 整根200 300g 根 500g装, 整根300 400g 根, 整根400 500g 根, 整根500g |
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