Pseudostellaria Root Pieces (Pseudostellaria Heterophylla)

Pseudostellaria Root Pieces (Pseudostellaria heterophylla), known in Traditional Chinese Medicine as Tai Zi Shen (太子参), are sweet, slightly bitter, and mildly cooling root segments traditionally used to tonify qi, generate fluids, and gently nourish the yin. Sometimes called "Prince Ginseng," Tai Zi Shen is considered a milder alternative to Ren Shen (Panax ginseng), making it ideal for those with weaker constitutions or recovering from illness.

In TCM, Tai Zi Shen is used to strengthen the spleen and lungs, supporting those with symptoms like fatigue, poor appetite, shortness of breath, spontaneous sweating, or dry mouth and throat. It is especially suitable for children, the elderly, or individuals recovering from fevers or chronic illness, offering a gentle boost to energy and immune function without overheating the body.

When decocted, Pseudostellaria Root Pieces produce a light, slightly sweet infusion that can be enjoyed on its own or combined with other herbs like Huang Qi (Astragalus), Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon), or Sha Shen (Adenophora) to support qi and fluid balance.

Each batch of Pseudostellaria Root Pieces (Pseudostellaria heterophylla) is carefully harvested, sliced, and dried to retain its soft texture, nourishing properties, and delicate flavor. Whether used in restorative teas, tonics, or gentle qi-tonifying formulas, Tai Zi Shen offers a time-honored, soothing approach to rebuilding energy, restoring moisture, and promoting long-term vitality.