Dried Tussilago Flower Bud Kuan Dong Hua Tussilago farfara Traditional Chinese Herb 500g Sulfur-Free

Dried Tussilago Flower Bud, known in TCM as Kuan Dong Hua (款冬花), from Tussilago farfara. These unopened flower buds are sun-dried without sulfur fumigation and sold as a raw Chinese herbal ingredient. In TCM theory, Kuan Dong Hua is warm in nature with acrid and slightly bitter flavor, traditionally associated with the lung channel. Traditionally used in decoctions and herbal formulas, it is intended for traditional herbal preparation and should be used as directed by a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Tussilago flower buds sourced from Sichuan
• Known in TCM as Kuan Dong Hua (款冬花) from Tussilago farfara
• Sun-dried and sulfur-free to preserve natural character
• Whole unopened buds in original form for decoction use
• Traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice for lung-related formulas

Quality & Sensory

The buds typically appear as short, slightly curved rod-like clusters with a grayish-purple to brownish exterior and pale yellowish-white downy base. They have a mild herbal aroma and, when decocted, typically yield a warm, slightly bitter and aromatic taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Blend into customized herbal formulas
• Prepare as a warm herbal tea infusion
• Use in seasonal herbal soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Kuan Dong Hua has long been included in lung-focused decoctions and is traditionally paired with herbs such as Zi Wan (紫菀) in classic formulas. It is traditionally prepared by simmering the dried buds in water, often alongside other botanicals, and has been used in folk herbalism during dry or cold seasons. Preparation and combination should follow guidance from a qualified practitioner.

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