Dried Cuscuta Seed Tu Si Zi 500g Whole Chinese Dodder Seed for Decoction and Culinary Use

Dried Cuscuta Seed, known in TCM as Tu Si Zi (菟丝子), from Cuscuta chinensis. These small whole seeds are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with tonifying the kidney and securing essence. In TCM theory they are considered warm in nature with a pungent-sweet flavor. Commonly simmered in decoctions, congee, or herbal wine preparations. A natural food-grade botanical for traditional wellness use, not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Cuscuta chinensis seeds in natural unprocessed form
• Known in TCM as Tu Si Zi (菟丝子), a classic kidney-tonifying seed
• Sourced from Inner Mongolia, cleaned and sun-dried
• Traditionally used in decoctions, congee, and herbal wine
• 500g bulk pack suitable for regular herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically small, round seeds with a grayish-brown to yellowish-brown surface and a firm, hard texture. The seeds have little aroma and a mild, slightly bland taste when cooked. Clean and free-flowing with minimal debris.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Cook with rice or grains for nourishing congee
• Blend into herbal wine macerations
• Add to soup packs with other tonifying herbs

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Tu Si Zi is traditionally associated with tonifying kidney yang, securing essence, and supporting the liver and kidney channels. It is a common ingredient in classical formulas and is often paired with herbs such as Goji berry, Eucommia bark, and Dioscorea. Traditionally prepared by decoction, ground into powder, or soaked in wine for daily wellness routines.

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