Dried Dodder Seed Tu Si Zi 250g Jar Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Tea

Dried Dodder Seed, known in TCM as Tu Si Zi (菟丝子), from Cuscuta chinensis. These small dried seeds are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with supporting kidney yang and benefiting the eyes in TCM theory. Slightly warm in nature with a pungent and sweet flavor, they are commonly simmered in decoctions, ground into powder, or steeped with other herbs. This product is a food-grade agricultural item and is not intended to replace medical treatment.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Cuscuta chinensis seeds supplied in a 250g sealed jar
• Identified in TCM as Tu Si Zi (菟丝子), a traditional kidney-tonifying seed
• Sun-dried and carefully cleaned with no further processing
• Slightly warm nature with pungent and sweet flavor per TCM classification
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal powders, wine infusions, and daily teas

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically tiny, round, and grayish-brown to yellowish-brown with a hard, smooth surface. They have little aroma when dry and typically release a mild, slightly sweet and astringent taste when simmered or steeped.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal decoctions with other tonifying herbs
• Steeped as a mild daily herbal tea
• Ground into powder for congee or culinary blends
• Used in traditional herbal wine infusions

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Tu Si Zi is traditionally used to tonify kidney yang, secure essence, and nourish the liver and eyes. It frequently appears in classical formulas alongside herbs such as Goji berry, Eucommia bark, and Schisandra. Traditional preparations include decocting the seeds, grinding them into powder for congee, or infusing them in wine, especially during autumn and winter.

FAQ Q&A