Wu Yao Dried Lindera Root Slices 500g Tiantai Wuyao Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Tea

Wu Yao (乌药), also called Tiantai Wuyao, is the dried root tuber of Lindera aggregata, traditionally prepared as thin natural sun-dried slices. In TCM theory it is warm in nature with pungent flavor, traditionally associated with the kidney, bladder, and spleen channels. This raw herb is commonly used in decoctions and herbal formulas. Store in a cool dry place and consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Wu Yao root slices from Lindera aggregata, a classic TCM herb
• Known as Tiantai Wuyao, traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice
• Naturally sun-dried slices with no further processing
• Warm and pungent in TCM nature, traditionally linked to kidney and bladder channels
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal soups, and traditional formulas

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a light brown to yellowish-white cut surface with a woody texture and fine radial grain. They typically carry a mild aromatic scent reminiscent of camphor and a slightly pungent, warm taste when decocted.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other prescribed herbs
• Add to traditional medicinal soups prepared under practitioner guidance
• Use in seasonal herbal tea blends after proper decoction
• Incorporate into classic TCM formulas at home

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Wu Yao is traditionally used to regulate qi, traditionally associated with warming the kidney and bladder and easing cold-related discomfort in the abdomen. It is a familiar ingredient in classical formulas such as Suo Quan Wan and is often paired with herbs like Xiang Fu or Yi Zhi Ren. Traditionally prepared by decoction, it is used most often in cooler seasons.

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