Dried Kochia Fruit Di Fu Zi 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use

Dried Kochia Fruit, known in TCM as Di Fu Zi (地肤子), from Kochia scoparia, the dried mature fruit of the plant. In TCM theory it is considered cold in nature with a pungent and bitter flavor, traditionally associated with the kidney and bladder channels. This bulk-supplied raw herb is commonly used in decoctions and culinary preparations. Store in a cool dry place and use as part of a balanced traditional herbal routine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Kochia Fruit sourced as a traditional Chinese medicinal herb
• Botanical source Kochia scoparia with fruit as the used plant part
• Traditionally valued in TCM for its cold nature and pungent bitter flavor
• Supplied as whole dried fruit suitable for decoction and cooking
• 500g pack with a 24-month shelf life when stored in a cool dry place

Quality & Sensory

The dried fruit typically appears as small flat oblong grains with a grayish green to brownish hue and a slightly rough surface. It has a faint herbal aroma, and when decocted it typically yields a mild bitter taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to culinary broths and soups during cooking
• Use in seasonal herbal preparations at home
• Combine with other herbs in traditional formulas

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Di Fu Zi has long been used in decoctions and herbal formulas, often paired with herbs such as Yi Yi Ren or Hua Shi depending on the intended traditional application. It was traditionally associated with supporting the body's natural fluid balance and skin comfort in classical texts. It is typically simmered with water or added to soups as part of seasonal herbal routines.

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