Jiu Cai Zi (Allium tuberosum) — Dried Chive Seeds for Infusion & Herbal Wine
$11.57
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Description
Jiu Cai Zi (Allium tuberosum), also known as Chinese Chive Seeds, are the dried mature seeds of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Jiǔ Cài Zǐ (韭菜籽). For centuries, Jiu Cai Zi has been prized as a warming, yang-supporting herb used to fortify the Kidneys, warm the lower body, and support healthy vitality. Its nature is warm and pungent-sweet, making it a gentle yet focused herb for daily nourishment and traditional tonic preparations.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional warming yang-supporting food herb
- Dried Chinese Chive Seeds (Allium tuberosum)
- Natural sun-dried processing
- Suitable for infusion and herbal wine soaking
- 500g selected-grade pack
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is naturally sun-dried to preserve its deep black-brown color, small flattened teardrop shape, and dry, firm texture. The seeds carry a mild, earthy aroma with a faint pungent note. When steeped in hot water, they yield a light amber infusion with a gentle, slightly warm and subtly sweet taste; when soaked in wine, they release a deeper, rounded herbal character over time.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Seeds |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Jiu Cai Zi |
| Botanical Name | Allium tuberosum |
| Form | Whole Dried Seeds |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Naturally Sun-Dried |
Usage Scenarios
- Herbal infusion or daily tea
- Traditional herbal wine soaking
- Medicinal food soup and congee
- Herbal blend ingredient
- Seasonal warming tonic
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Jiu Cai Zi is decocted into soups, congee, and warming tonics to support the Kidneys and warm the lower body. It is a common ingredient in traditional herbal wine preparations, where it is soaked with ingredients like goji berry, raspberry, and Chinese yam. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other warming herbs for a gentle, earthy infusion.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Jiu Cai Zi?
A: Jiu Cai Zi is the common Chinese name for the dried mature seeds of Allium tuberosum, also known as Chinese Chive Seeds. It is a traditional food herb used in infusions, soups, and herbal wine preparations.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Jiu Cai Zi?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Jiu Cai Zi is associated with warming the Kidneys, supporting yang, and fortifying the lower body. It is often used in warming tonics and daily nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Jiu Cai Zi?
A: Rinse the seeds and steep them in hot water as a tea, simmer them with soup or congee ingredients, or soak them in wine as part of a traditional herbal preparation. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.72 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 18 × 8 cm |
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