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Chai Hu is the root of the Bupleurum chinense DC. plant, traditionally recognised in Chinese herbal practice. It is carefully sourced from regions in Hebei, Henan, and Liaoning, following DaoDi standards. The material is prepared as a dried herb, with processing in GMP-certified facilities, ensuring each batch is fully traceable and meets EU and UK safety standards.
Known in English as Thorowax Root or Hare's Ear Root, Chai Hu is one of the most widely referenced herbs in the classical Chinese materia medica. The root is slender and fibrous, pale brown on the outside, and carries a faint, slightly bitter aroma when broken.
This 100g pack is the working size for practitioners who dispense Chai Hu occasionally or want to keep a smaller quantity fresh.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, herbs are described by temperature, flavour and the meridians they are associated with rather than by any single active compound. Chai Hu is classified as follows:
Chai Hu is almost never dispensed alone. It appears as the chief herb in several of the best known classical formulas, usually alongside the herbs listed below.
Keep sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Sliced root holds its character for a year or more when stored properly, though the aroma softens over time.
If you dispense Chai Hu regularly, the same material is stocked in a dispensary pack:
Chai Hu is the chief herb in Xiao Yao San, one of the most widely used classical formulas. Most of the other herbs in it are stocked here:
Chai Hu and Bai Shao also appear together in Si Ni San, a shorter four-herb formula.
At Vita Herbal Nutrition, we are committed to providing the highest quality herbs, carefully selected and prepared without compromise.
Our herbs are 100% free from sulphur treatment. Sulphur is widely used in the industry to improve appearance and extend shelf life, but it alters the natural composition of the herb and may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. You can read more on our non-sulphur treated herbs page.
We source only DaoDi-grown Chinese herbs from clean, sustainable environments. Our long-standing relationships with growers allow us to select material from its ideal growing region, harvested at the right time.
What is Chai Hu?Chai Hu is the dried root of Bupleurum chinense DC., known in English as Thorowax Root or Hare's Ear Root. It is supplied for professional dispensary use.
Where is it grown?Our Chai Hu is sourced from Hebei, Henan and Liaoning, following DaoDi standards for the herb's traditional growing regions.
What is the difference between this and the 500g pack?Only the quantity. Both are the same material from the same source.
What is it traditionally combined with?Most often with Dang Gui, Bai Shao, Fu Ling, Bai Zhu and Gan Cao as part of Xiao Yao San. All are stocked here.
How much should I use?Follow the amount specified by your qualified practitioner. Quantities vary depending on how the herb is being combined.
Important: For safety and best results, this product should only be used after consulting with your qualified practitioner.
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