🌿 Fresh Tibetan Cistanche (1kg) – Kidney Tonic & Natural Laxative

🌿 Fresh Cistanche Tubulosa (1kg) – Tibetan Desert Herb for Vitality & Digestion

🔍 What is Cistanche Tubulosa?

Cistanche tubulosa is a rare parasitic plant that grows by attaching itself to the roots of host trees. Widely considered one of the top yang-tonic herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is renowned for boosting kidney function, enhancing libido, and improving vitality.

The plant has a fleshy stem (30 cm tall) with scaly, dark yellow leaves that overlap like roof tiles. Its flowers bloom in autumn with a deep purple hue and a distinct lip-shaped form.

Cistanche thrives in harsh desert or high-altitude mountain environments, especially under ancient trees with partial shade. Its rarity and difficult harvesting conditions make it a highly valuable herbal remedy.

⚠️ Note on Authenticity

Some sellers may advertise “Sapa Cistanche,” which actually refers to a similar-looking mushroom (Cynomorium), not the genuine Cistanche tubulosa. Always verify the source before purchasing.

🌱 Main Benefits of Cistanche Tubulosa

• Tonifies kidney yang and enhances sexual vitality

• Relieves back pain, joint stiffness, and fatigue

• Acts as a gentle natural laxative

• Boosts immune system and delays aging

• Improves sexual health in both men and women, supports erectile function and hormonal balance

🍶 How to Make Cistanche Wine

📌 Single-Herb Infusion Method

1. Lightly roast the fresh Cistanche root over low heat (gas flame or charcoal). This reduces moisture and removes pungency.

2. Place 1kg of Cistanche into a glass jar and add 8–10 liters of 40–42% rice wine.

3. Seal and infuse for 2 to 3 months before use.

🔥 Why roast first?
Even dried Cistanche retains moisture. Roasting helps release excess water and neutralizes its sharp taste, making the wine smoother and more effective.

📌 Multi-Herb Infusion Recipes

Recipe 1 – Basic Tonic Blend

• Cistanche tubulosa: 1kg

• Epimedium (Horny Goat Weed): 500g

• Curculigo (Sam Cau): 500g
  → Soak in 15 liters of 40% rice wine for 3 months.

Recipe 2 – Full Male Vitality Formula

• Cistanche tubulosa: 1kg

• Curculigo: 500g

• Morinda (Ba Kich): 500g

• Balanophora (Ngoc Cau): 500g

• Epimedium: 100g
  → Soak in 15 liters of rice wine for 3 months.

📦 Storage Guidelines

• Keep in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place

• Avoid direct sunlight

• Store below 25°C

• In hot climates, refrigerate in the crisper compartment

🍷 How to Use Cistanche Wine

• Take 1–2 small cups (20–30ml) per day, preferably with meals

• Do not exceed 50ml per day to avoid adverse effects and ensure medicinal value remains intact