Dried Angelica Root (Dang Gui) (500g)

About

Dried Angelica Root, known as Dang Gui, comes from Angelica sinensis and is one of the most widely used herbs in the Chinese herbal tradition. The root is lifted, cleaned and sliced before drying, giving the pale, aromatic slices supplied here.

This 500g pack is the bulk option, suited to regular herbal users, families, and practitioners. Its warming, slightly sweet flavour makes it an easy addition to tonic soups and long-simmered broths.

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Potential Benefits

• Warming: Dang Gui is described in traditional texts as a warming herb, and is most often used in the colder months.
• Traditional Heritage: It is one of the four herbs in Si Wu Tang, a classical formula recorded in Chinese herbal literature for centuries.
• Balance: In traditional practice it belongs to the group of herbs associated with nourishment and balance.
• Aromatic: The root has a warm, musky, slightly sweet aroma that carries well through a long simmer.
• Versatile: It suits decoctions, infusions, stocks, broths and slow-cooked dishes, and combines readily with other dried herbs.

Recommended Dosage

We recommend around 10g per portion. Two traditional preparations are given below.

Herbal decoction

• Take about 10g to 20g of the dried root and rinse it with water.
• Place the rinsed root in a pot with about 1 litre of water.
• Bring to the boil, then simmer over low heat for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
• Strain to remove the root and drink the resulting decoction.

Decoctions are typically taken warm and can be taken 1 to 2 times per day, depending on the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Herbal tea infusion

• Place about 5g of the dried root in a cup.
• Pour over boiling water and let it steep for 10 to 15 minutes.
• Strain and drink.

Infusions can be taken 1 to 2 times per day. Honey or lemon may be added to adjust the taste.

Store the pack sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Important: Dang Gui should be avoided during pregnancy. If you take anticoagulant or antiplatelet medication, or any prescribed medication, speak to your doctor or a qualified practitioner before use.

Other Formats of This Herb

Dang Gui is stocked in four forms, so you can choose whichever suits how you plan to use it:

• Dried Chinese Angelica Root (Dang Gui) | 100g sliced, the smaller pack for occasional use
• Dang Gui Concentrated Granules | 100g bottle dissolves in hot water in seconds, no decoction needed
• Angelica Root (Dang Gui) Capsules | 60 capsules the simplest option if you would rather not taste it

Traditional Pairings

Dang Gui is one of the four herbs in Si Wu Tang. The others are stocked here:

• Dried White Peony (Bai Shao Yao) | 500g
• Dried Szechuan Lovage Rhizome (Chuan Xiong) | 500g
• Shu Di Huang – 熟地黄 | 100g

Dang Gui is also commonly simmered with jujube dates (Hong Zao) and goji berries (Gou Qi Zi) in everyday tonic soups.

Why Choose Vita?

Every herb we sell at Vita Herbal Nutrition is non-sulphur treated and chosen for use in the kitchen and in traditional preparation.

We offer a 100% sulphur-free herb range. 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 follow the DaoDi principle of choosing each herb from the area traditionally associated with it, and we have worked with the same supply partners since 2010.

FAQ

Is Dang Gui suitable for everyone?
No. It should be avoided during pregnancy. If you take anticoagulant or antiplatelet medication, or any other prescribed medication, check with your doctor or a qualified practitioner first.

How does Dang Gui taste?
It has a warm, slightly sweet, musky flavour with a deep earthy undertone, distinct but pleasant when brewed.

What is the difference between a decoction and an infusion?
A decoction simmers the root for 30 minutes or longer and gives a much stronger brew. An infusion simply steeps it in boiled water for 10 to 15 minutes and is lighter.

Can I combine it with other herbs?
Yes. It is commonly simmered alongside jujube dates or goji berries, and forms part of the Si Wu Tang grouping listed above.

What is the difference between the 500g and 100g packs?
Only the quantity. Both are the same sliced root, so the 100g pack is simply the smaller option.

Is this the same as Bai Zhi?
No. Both are Angelica species and the English name is used loosely for both, but Dang Gui is Angelica sinensis and Bai Zhi is Angelica dahurica. They are treated as separate herbs in traditional practice.