Dong Quai Root Cut - 100g
Dong Quai Root Cut - 100g
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Dong Quai Root Cut (Angelica sinensis) is an aromatic root traditionally used in East Asian herbal practice. It is commonly simmered into a decoction with a warm, earthy profile and a gentle sweetness. The cut root format is easy to measure and strain, making it suitable for small-batch decoctions and blend trials. This is a single-ingredient root with no additives.
Key properties
- Botanical Name: Angelica sinensis
- Plant Part: Root
- Form: Cut dried root
- Size: 100g
What it’s used for
- Small-batch decoctions used in traditional women’s wellness routines
- Blend trials for cyclical comfort and wind-down mixes
- Home apothecary projects where cut root is preferred for clean straining
Who it’s for
- Those who want a smaller size for decoction prep and blend testing
- Traditional routines that use simmered root preparations
- Herbal cupboards that keep classic roots on hand
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Use alongside blood-thinning medicines without professional guidance
- Those with hormone-sensitive conditions without professional guidance
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How to use
- As a Decoction: Add 1-2 tsp root to 250ml cold water, bring to the boil, simmer 10-15 minutes, then strain. Enjoy 2-3 times daily as desired.
- As a Blend: Combine with complementary roots, then prepare as a decoction and strain.
- Processing Tip: Keep the pot covered while simmering to help retain aroma.
Safety instructions
- Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
- Avoid use with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines unless advised by a qualified healthcare practitioner.
- Do not combine with St John’s wort unless advised by a qualified healthcare practitioner.
- May increase photosensitivity. Limit sun exposure if sensitivity occurs.
- Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use if you have a medical condition, take medication, or have hormone-sensitive conditions.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
FAQs
Q: Is dong quai the same as Angelica archangelica?
A: No. Dong quai is Angelica sinensis, which is a different species with a different traditional use profile.
Q: Can I sweeten a dong quai decoction?
A: Yes. Honey is commonly used to soften the flavour.
Q: How should cut dong quai be stored after opening?
A: Reseal tightly and store cool and dry to protect aroma and prevent moisture uptake.
About These Botanicals
This product is grown in an organic and regenerative fashion with as minimal use of insecticides, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides as possible, in certified organic fertilizer. The product is sourced food grade. It is not certified organic. Suitable for Kosher, Halaal and Hindi diets.
