Dried Deer Tail | Lu Wei Ba 鹿尾巴

Dried deer tail (鹿尾巴) is one of the classic warming tonic ingredients of Chinese medicine, kept for slow-simmered soups rather than daily use. Each piece is naturally dried and firm, with a deep, rich aroma that develops through long cooking.

• Whole naturally dried deer tail
• A traditional yang-tonifying ingredient in Chinese dietary therapy
• Usually simmered in soup alongside herbs such as dang gui and huang qi
• Rich, collagen-heavy texture prized in tonic broths
• Stored dry and used a small amount at a time

Traditional use of Deer Tail

In Chinese medicine, deer products belong to the warm, kidney-yang tonic category. They are traditionally reserved for cold-natured constitutions in the cooler months, and are generally avoided by people who run hot. A practitioner's advice is recommended before use.

Names for this herb

Pinyin Lu Wei Ba · Chinese 鹿尾巴 · pharmaceutical Latin Cauda Cervi · English: dried deer tail · Cantonese: luk mei ba

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Traditional use information is provided for general education only and is not medical advice. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or managing a health condition. Keep out of reach of children.