Cordyceps Flower Dried Bulk 1kg Chong Cao Hua Spore Head Culinary Herb for Soup and Tea
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Description
Cordyceps Flower, known in Chinese as Chong Cao Hua (虫草花), is the cultivated fruiting body of Cordyceps militaris, offered here as dried spore-head strands. In TCM practice it is traditionally regarded as gently tonifying and is valued in daily soups and herbal teas. Its mild sweet flavor makes it easy to pair with other food-grade herbs. Store sealed in a cool dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.

Key Selling Points
- Dried Cordyceps militaris fruiting bodies sold as bulk spore-head grade
- Known in TCM as Chong Cao Hua 虫草花 with a naturally golden orange color
- Traditionally used in Chinese tonic soups and herbal teas
- Simple packaging as a food-grade agricultural product with 1kg per unit
- Versatile ingredient for soups congee stews and steeped drinks

Quality & Sensory
Typically golden yellow to orange strands with slender firm bodies and dense spore heads. The aroma is mildly earthy and faintly sweet. When simmered or steeped the liquid takes on a warm golden hue with a light savory sweet taste.

Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried cultivated Cordyceps militaris |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 虫草花 |
| Pinyin | Chong Cao Hua |
| Botanical Name | Cordyceps militaris |
| Form | Dried whole strands with spore heads |
| Net Weight | 1 kg per pack |

Usage Scenarios
- Simmer in chicken pork or lean meat soups
- Steep as a mild herbal tea with goji berries or red dates
- Add to congee or rice porridge during cooking
- Include in stewed dishes and slow cooked broths
Traditional Uses
In traditional Chinese practice Cordyceps Flower is a common kitchen tonic ingredient added to family soups especially in autumn and winter. It is often paired with goji berries Chinese yam lotus seeds or lean meats in gentle simmered broths. Home cooks also steep it alone or with other mild herbs for a light golden daily drink.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Cordyceps Flower?
A: It is the dried cultivated fruiting body of Cordyceps militaris a fungus widely used in Chinese cooking and traditional herbal practice. It is not the wild caterpillar fungus known as Dong Chong Xia Cao.
Q: What is it traditionally valued for?
A: In TCM tradition it is considered a gentle daily tonic ingredient often added to nourishing soups. It is prized for its mild sweet flavor and golden color rather than any medical effect.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: Rinse briefly then simmer in soups stews or congee or steep in hot water as a tea. It is typically added during the last portion of cooking to keep its texture and color.
Additional information
| Weight | 1.58 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 30 × 22 × 12 cm |
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