Cricket Dried (Gryllus testaceus) — Traditional Chinese Medicinal Herb, Bulk Dried Crickets

Dried Cricket (Gryllus testaceus), known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Xī Shài (蟋蟀), is the dried whole body of a traditional medicinal insect. For centuries, crickets have been prized in TCM as a diuretic and swelling-reducing herb, used to promote urination, reduce edema, and support urinary tract health. Its nature is pungent, salty, and warm, making it a potent yet focused herb for addressing water metabolism imbalances.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional TCM medicinal insect
• Dried whole crickets, bulk 500g
• Used for diuresis and edema in TCM
• Food agricultural product grade
• Wholesale and retail available

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its dark brown color, crisp texture, and mild earthy aroma. When decocted, the crickets release a subtle, slightly salty flavor, contributing to the overall character of the herbal formula.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional herbal decoctions
• TCM formula ingredient
• Bulk herbal dispensing
• Wholesale herbal supply

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, crickets are decocted into soups and herbal formulas to promote urination and reduce swelling. They are often combined with other herbs in traditional TCM prescriptions for water metabolism support. As a dried medicinal insect, they are also used in powdered form or as part of custom herbal blends.

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