| Term | decoction 10 min |
| Alternate Terms | simmered extraction; boiled tea |
| Definition | A decoction extracts active compounds from tough plant materials by simmering in water. The 10-minute duration suits roots and barks for releasing mucilage and minerals without degrading heat-sensitive constituents. |
| Category | herbalism |
| Context | Common in Western herbal, TCM, and Ayurvedic traditions for preparing medicinal beverages. |
| Etymology | From Latin decoquere meaning to boil down. |
| Examples | ginger root; dandelion root; cinnamon bark |
| Related Terms | infusion; maceration; percolation |
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