Dried Euryale Ferox Seeds Qian Shi 435g Large Grain Herbal Tea Ingredient

Dried Euryale Ferox Seeds, known in TCM as Qian Shi (芡实), from Euryale ferox. These large dried seeds are a traditional Chinese herbal ingredient used in teas, soups, and congee. In TCM theory, Qian Shi is considered sweet and astringent in nature, traditionally associated with the spleen and kidney channels. It is commonly prepared by simmering or steeping with other herbs such as Fu Ling and Yi Yi Ren.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Euryale ferox seeds, Chinese name Qian Shi (芡实)
• Large grain dried seeds with a firm, starchy texture
• Traditional TCM herb associated with spleen and kidney channels
• Unsweetened and suitable for teas, soups, and congee
• 435g pack from Jilin, China, with 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

These dried Euryale seeds are typically large, rounded, and pale brown to reddish-brown in color. They have a hard, dense texture and a mild, neutral aroma. After simmering or steeping, they become soft and starchy with a subtle, slightly sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal soups with Fu Ling and Yi Yi Ren
• Cooked into congee with rice or millet
• Steeped as a daily herbal tea with other dried herbs
• Added to seasonal nourishing broths

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Qian Shi is traditionally used to support the spleen and kidney. It is commonly simmered in decoctions or added to congee and soups, often paired with Fu Ling, Yi Yi Ren, or Shan Yao. Folk practice also uses it in daily teas for seasonal wellness.

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