Milk Thistle Seeds (Silybum marianum) — Dried Food Herb, 500g Bulk

Milk Thistle Seeds (Silybum marianum) are the dried ripe fruits of a revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Shuǐ Fēi Jì (水飞蓟), also called St. Mary's Thistle or Milk Thistle. For centuries, Milk Thistle has been prized as a Liver-clearing, dampness-resolving, and detoxifying herb, traditionally used to support the Liver, promote the free flow of qi, and harmonize the body's internal balance. Its nature is bitter and cool, making it a gentle yet focused herb for soothing the Liver and supporting the body's natural cleansing processes.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional Liver-supporting food herb
• Dried Milk Thistle seeds (Silybum marianum)
• Bulk 500g value pack
• Sourced from Anhui, China
• Suitable for teas, decoctions, and herbal blends

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully harvested and sun-dried to preserve its dark brown to blackish color, hard smooth texture, and mild, faintly nutty aroma. When decocted or steeped, the seeds release a gentle, slightly bitter and earthy infusion with a subtle warmth, characteristic of traditional Liver-clearing herbs.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal tea and decoction blends
• Traditional Liver-supporting formulas
• Daily wellness teas
• Herbal soup and congee additions
• Botanical powder preparation

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Milk Thistle seeds are decocted into teas, soups, and gentle daily tonics to support Liver health and the body's natural detoxification. They are often combined with ingredients like chrysanthemum, goji berry, and dandelion root in traditional Liver-clearing formulas. As a daily tea, the seeds are simmered alone or blended with other herbs for a mildly bitter, earthy infusion that fits into seasonal cleansing routines.

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