Pseudostellaria Root Tuber / Prince Ginseng Root - Pseudostellaria heterophylla Radix - Tai Zi Shen - ND Grade

From China

The gentle ginseng. Tai zi shen means prince ginseng, and the name is about scale as much as status. The roots are small, pale and slender, nothing like the forked man-shape of true ginseng, and Chinese practice treats this as the mild one - the root traditionally given to children and to anyone considered too frail for ginseng proper.

Botanically it is not ginseng at all. It belongs to the carnation family, which puts it closer to a garden pink than to Panax. Most of the good material comes from Fujian, Jiangsu and Anhui.

How it is used: simmered into mild soups and decoctions, often with jujube. Sweet, soft, and far less assertive than ginseng.

Tai Zi Shen (Prince Ginseng Root) – Pseudostellaria Root – ND Grade

Botanical Name: Pseudostellaria heterophylla

Common Names: Prince Ginseng / Pseudostellaria Root / Tai Zi Shen / 太子参 

Grade: ND Grade — independently lab-tested for pesticides, sulfur, and heavy metals

Origin: Grown and harvested in China

Product Overview

Tai Zi Shen, also known as Prince Ginseng, is a time-honored botanical featured across traditional East Asian herbal kitchens and classical decoction recipes.

With its mild, naturally sweet character, Tai Zi Shen has long been included in traditional teas, slow-simmered soups, and heritage herbal blends passed down through generations.

Our ND Grade Pseudostellaria Root is carefully sliced, naturally dried, and free from sulfur or chemical additives, preserving its clean aroma, soft texture, and traditional qualities.

How to Use

• Tea & Decoction

Simmer 6–15 g in 600 ml of water for 25–30 minutes. Commonly paired with other traditional botanicals in classic East Asian decoction recipes.

• Culinary & Traditional Blends

Add to congee, soups, or slow-simmered broths for a gentle, nourishing addition that reflects traditional herbal cooking.

Intended Use & Preparation

Not for direct consumption in dry form.

To be prepared and consumed as tea, decoction, or soup.

Bring to a boil and simmer for at least 15 minutes for traditional decoctions, or steep in hot water for an extended period when used as tea.

Features

• ND Grade — independently tested for pesticides, sulfur, and heavy metals

• Naturally dried and free of chemical preservatives

• Mild, sweet aroma suitable for traditional blends

• Packed in resealable pouches for freshness

• Traceable to the growing region

Traditional Context (TCM Framework)

In traditional herbal frameworks, Tai Zi Shen is described as sweet and neutral, and is associated with the Lung and Spleen channels.

It is regarded in classical texts as a gentle, harmonizing botanical often included in seasonal teas, nourishing soups, and heritage decoctions.

Its mild nature has made it a favorite in traditional home-style herbal cooking across East Asia.

Important Notes

• Sold as a raw food-grade ingredient, not a finished dietary supplement.

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

• Best used with guidance from a trained herbal practitioner.

• These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.