Mu Mantou (Ficus pumila Fruit) — Dried Food Herb, Nai Mu Guo / Wood Lotus Fruit, 500g
$6.03
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Description
Mu Mantou (Ficus pumila), also known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Mù Mántou (木馒头) and commonly called Nai Mu Guo (奶母果) or Wood Lotus Fruit (木莲果), is the dried fruit of a traditional food herb and climbing fig species long used in Chinese folk wellness practice. Its nature is sweet and neutral, making it a gentle, balancing ingredient traditionally associated with supporting the Liver and Stomach channels, soothing the body, and promoting healthy circulation of qi and fluids.



Key Selling Points
- Traditional food herb fruit, known as Mu Mantou / Nai Mu Guo
- Botanical identity: Ficus pumila, Wood Lotus Fruit
- Sulfur-free new-crop quality from Yunnan
- 500g (one jin) per pack, ready for decoction and soup use
- Suitable for daily herbal teas, broths, and folk tonic formulas



Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its natural brownish-green color, firm yet slightly spongy texture, and mild, faintly sweet botanical aroma. When decocted or simmered, the fruit softens and yields a gentle, subtly sweet infusion with a soft herbal undertone, blending smoothly into soups and teas without overpowering other ingredients.



Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Food Herb Fruit |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Mu Mantou / Nai Mu Guo / Wood Lotus Fruit |
| Botanical Name | Ficus pumila |
| Origin | Yunnan, China |
| Net Weight | 500g (1 jin) per pack |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature |



Usage Scenarios
- Herbal decoction and daily tea
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Folk tonic and seasonal nourishment formulas
- Blended with other food herbs for wellness teas
- Traditional culinary and medicinal food preparation



Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Mu Mantou is decocted into soups, teas, and gentle tonic formulas to support daily wellness and smooth flow of qi and fluids. It is often paired with ingredients like jujube, goji berry, and other food herbs in seasonal nourishment soups. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with mild botanicals for a soft, subtly sweet infusion that fits easily into everyday routines.



FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Mu Mantou?
A: Mu Mantou is the common Chinese name for the dried fruit of Ficus pumila, also called Nai Mu Guo or Wood Lotus Fruit. It is a traditional food herb used in teas, soups, and folk wellness formulas.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Mu Mantou?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Mu Mantou is associated with a sweet, neutral nature and is traditionally used to support the Liver and Stomach channels, soothe the body, and promote smooth flow of qi and fluids.
Q: How do I use dried Mu Mantou?
A: Rinse the fruit and simmer it with soup ingredients, or brew it in hot water as part of a tea blend. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.


Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 18 × 8 cm |
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