淮山為山藥的乾燥根莖，是傳統本草中常見的藥材之一，經適當加工及乾燥後使用。
認識一味藥材，了解一段草本文化
Discover an Herb, Explore a Story of Herbal Culture
淮山｜樸實而常見的滋養根莖
Huai Shan | A Simple and Nourishing Root Herb
在眾多傳統藥材之中，淮山是一味外形樸實，卻十分常見的根莖類草本材料。淮山原自山藥植物的地下根莖，外形呈長圓柱形，表面帶有自然的根紋。經過加工及乾燥後，通常呈淡黃白色至米黃色。
切片後，可以看到較為平整的淡色切面，質地乾爽而堅實。煮熟後則會變得柔軟，帶有自然的淡淡甜味。在傳統本草文化中，淮山是一味常見的滋養類材料，經常出現在湯品、粥品及其他傳統草本配方之中。
它的味道溫和、容易搭配，因此也常與其他藥材及食材一同使用。一段看似平凡的根莖，經過清洗、切製與乾燥後，成為日常湯品中熟悉的傳統草本材料。
Among traditional herbal materials, Huai Shan is a familiar rhizome known for its simple appearance and versatile use. It comes from the underground rhizome of the Chinese yam plant. The rhizome is long and cylindrical, with natural root markings. After processing and drying, it is usually pale yellowish-white to beige.
When sliced, it has a relatively smooth, light-coloured interior with a naturally firm and dry texture. When cooked, it becomes soft with a mild natural sweetness. In traditional herbal culture, Huai Shan is commonly regarded as a nourishing ingredient and is frequently found in soups, congee and traditional herbal preparations.
Its mild flavour makes it easy to combine with other herbs and food ingredients. A seemingly ordinary rhizome, carefully cleaned, sliced and dried, has become a familiar traditional herbal ingredient in everyday soups.
本草特性
Herbal Properties
平性藥材
Neutral-Natured Herb
傳統中醫理論認為，淮山屬平性藥材，性質較為平和。
According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, Huai Shan is considered neutral in nature and is traditionally regarded as relatively gentle.
滋養腎氣
Supporting Kidney Nourishment
傳統上用於滋養腎氣，常作為滋補類草本材料使用。
Traditionally used as a nourishing herbal material associated with supporting Kidney Qi.
養胃滋養
Nourishing the Stomach
傳統上用於滋養脾胃，適合搭配於日常湯品及滋養類配方中。
Traditionally used to nourish the Spleen and Stomach and commonly included in everyday nourishing soups and herbal formulations.
補肺益氣
Supporting Lung Qi
傳統上用於補益肺氣，是淮山在傳統本草中的另一項特色。
Traditionally used to support Lung Qi and is another traditional characteristic associated with Huai Shan.
從草本植物，到一味藥材
From Plant To Herb
each herb goes through a series of steps — from harvesting and processing to inspection and selection.
從藥材到日常
From Herb To Daily Life
日常湯品
Herbal Soup
粥品
Congee
草本配方
Herbal Blends
保存方法 Storage
置於陰涼乾燥處，密封保存，避免陽光直射，以保持藥材乾燥與品質。
Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight, to help maintain freshness and quality.
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