She Chuang Zi Cnidium Seed Dried Whole Seeds 500g Traditional Chinese Herb

She Chuang Zi (蛇床子), the dried fruit of Cnidium monnieri, is a classic seed-class Chinese herb supplied as whole dried seeds. In TCM theory it is considered warm in nature with pungent and bitter flavor, traditionally associated with the kidney channel. This 500g bag suits herbal shops, decoction blending, and traditional formulations. Store in a cool dry place and use under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Cnidium monnieri fruit known in TCM as She Chuang Zi (蛇床子)
• Seed-class herb traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice
• In TCM theory warm in nature with pungent and bitter flavor
• Convenient 500g resealable-style bag for herbal shops and home apothecaries
• Sourced from Zhejiang and sold as a food-grade agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

Typically small oval seeds with a grayish-brown to yellowish-brown surface and a faint aromatic scent. The texture is dry and lightweight, and the seeds have a slightly pungent taste when chewed or decocted.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Decoct with other herbs in traditional formulas under practitioner guidance
• Blend into customized herbal decoction pieces for TCM pharmacies
• Use in traditional external washes as directed by a qualified herbalist
• Stock for herbal shops and apothecary supply

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, She Chuang Zi has long been used in decoctions and external washes, traditionally associated with supporting kidney yang and dispelling dampness in classical practice. It often appears in traditional formulas combined with herbs such as Ku Shen or Di Fu Zi for external herbal baths or sitz washes. Preparation traditionally follows decoction or external washing methods described in classical herbal texts.

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