Che Qian Zi (Plantago asiatica Seed) — Dried Food-Herb Plantain Seed, Raw Botanicals
Price range: $6.03 through $7.17
Description
Che Qian Zi (Plantago asiatica) is the dried, naturally sun-dried seed of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Chē Qián Zǐ (车前子). For centuries, Che Qian Zi has been prized as a gentle, water-moving herb used to support fluid balance, soothe the urinary tract, and clear damp-heat. Its nature is sweet and slightly cold, making it a mild yet effective herb for promoting smooth flow and easing heaviness in the lower body.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional food-herb plantain seed
- Naturally sun-dried, whole raw seeds
- Plantago asiatica
- Sourced from Anhui, China
- Suitable for decoction, tea, and congee
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is naturally sun-dried to preserve its small, oval shape, dark brown color, and clean, dry texture. The seeds have a mild, neutral aroma and a slightly sweet, bland taste when decocted, yielding a smooth, light infusion that blends easily with other herbs.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Raw Herb Seeds |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Che Qian Zi |
| Botanical Name | Plantago asiatica |
| Form | Whole Dried Seeds |
| Origin | Anhui, China |
| Processing | Naturally Sun-Dried |
Usage Scenarios
- Herbal decoction blends
- Daily herbal tea
- Congee and grain porridge
- Soup and broth ingredient
- Traditional food-therapy formulas
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Che Qian Zi is decocted into teas, soups, and congee to support gentle fluid movement and daily wellness. It is often paired with ingredients like lotus seed, coix seed, and poria in seasonal food-therapy formulas. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other mild herbs for a light, refreshing infusion.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Che Qian Zi?
A: Che Qian Zi is the common Chinese name for the dried seeds of Plantago asiatica, also known as Asian plantain. It is a traditional food herb used in teas, soups, and congee.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Che Qian Zi?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Che Qian Zi is associated with promoting fluid movement, clearing damp-heat, and supporting urinary and digestive comfort. It is often used in gentle daily formulas.
Q: How do I use dried Che Qian Zi seeds?
A: Rinse the seeds and simmer them in water for decoction, or add them to tea blends, soups, and congee. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Psyllium selection 0 5kg item, Psyllium bulk goods 0 5kg piece |
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