Dried Orange Seed Cheng He 500g Sichuan Raw Herb for Culinary Use

Dried Orange Seed, known in TCM as Cheng He (橙核), is the mature seed of Citrus aurantium or related Citrus species, supplied as whole dried seeds from Sichuan. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with regulating qi and dispersing stagnation, and it is traditionally used in folk herbal practice. This product is sold as a raw botanical for culinary and decoction preparation, not as a medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried orange seeds in their natural form, unprocessed and unsulfured
• Botanical source Citrus species, known in TCM as Cheng He (橙核)
• Sourced from Sichuan, a recognized region for citrus herbs
• Traditionally associated with regulating qi and dispersing stagnation in TCM
• Suitable for decoction, grinding, or culinary herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-white to light brown, oval and slightly flattened seeds with a hard smooth coat. The aroma is mild and faintly citrus-like, and decocted seeds typically yield a light, slightly bitter and astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions following traditional formulas
• Grind into powder for external or folk herbal applications
• Add to culinary herbal preparations as directed by a practitioner
• Store sealed in a cool dry place for long-term herbal pantry use

Traditional Uses

In TCM, Cheng He is traditionally associated with moving qi and alleviating stagnation, and folk practice has used it in decoctions and powdered preparations. It is traditionally combined with other qi-regulating citrus herbs such as Chen Pi or Qing Pi in classical pairings. Store sealed in a cool dry place to preserve quality.

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