Ma Ya Guo (Afzelia xylocarpa Seed) — Dried Rare Herbal Fruit, 500g
$8.98
664 in stock
Description
Ma Ya Guo (Afzelia xylocarpa), also known as Mian Qie Guo (缅茄果) or Huang La Guo (黄腊果), is the dried seed pod fruit of a rare botanical traditionally used in Chinese folk herbal practice. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) contexts, this lesser-known herb has been valued in regional folk traditions for its traditional function directions. Its nature is described in folk herbal literature as warming and dispersing, making it a distinctive ingredient in traditional herbal formulas and external applications.

Key Selling Points
- Rare, hard-to-find herbal fruit (冷背奇药材)
- Dried Ma Ya Guo seed pods, 500g pack
- Afzelia xylocarpa botanical identity
- Traditional folk herbal use ingredient
- Sourced from Anhui, China

Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dried to preserve the fruit's natural dark brown to reddish-brown color, dense woody texture, and mild, faintly earthy aroma. The dried pods are hard and compact, with a smooth outer surface. When decocted or steeped, they yield a subtle, mildly astringent infusion with a faint woody character.

Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herbal Fruit |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Ma Ya Guo (马牙果) |
| Botanical Name | Afzelia xylocarpa |
| Form | Dried Whole Fruit |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Origin | Anhui, China |

Usage Scenarios
- Traditional herbal decoction ingredient
- Folk herbal formula blending
- External herbal wash preparation
- Herbal research and botanical study
- Rare herb collection

Traditional Uses
In regional folk herbal practice, Ma Ya Guo is decocted into herbal formulas and used in traditional external washes. It is a lesser-known herb (冷背药材) that appears in folk recipes passed down through generations, often combined with other herbs in decoctions for traditional wellness purposes. Its use reflects the diversity of China's regional herbal traditions, where rare botanicals are valued for their distinctive properties.

FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Ma Ya Guo?
A: Ma Ya Guo (马牙果), also called Mian Qie Guo (缅茄果) or Huang La Guo (黄腊果), is the dried fruit of Afzelia xylocarpa, a rare botanical used in Chinese folk herbal traditions.
Q: What is the traditional use of Ma Ya Guo?
A: In folk herbal practice, Ma Ya Guo is used in traditional decoctions and external herbal washes. It is considered a rare herb (冷背药材) in regional Chinese herbal traditions.
Q: How should I store dried Ma Ya Guo?
A: Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture. The shelf life is approximately 1 year under proper storage conditions.

Additional information
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 15 × 8 cm |
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