Dried Plantago Seed Che Qian Zi Whole Seeds Traditional TCM Herb Natural Sun Dried Bulk Supply

Dried Plantago Seed, known in TCM as Che Qian Zi (车前子), from Plantago asiatica, the mature seed of the plantain herb. These whole natural-form seeds are naturally sun dried and sold as a raw edible agricultural product. In TCM theory Che Qian Zi is sweet in flavor and slightly cold in nature, traditionally associated with the kidney, liver, lung, and small intestine channels. It is commonly used in decoctions, powders, and herbal formulas. Store in a dry place at room temperature.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Plantago asiatica seeds in natural unprocessed form
• Known in TCM as Che Qian Zi 车前子 with established traditional use
• Naturally sun dried with no further processing
• Sourced from Jiangxi origin and sold by the kilogram
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal formulas, and traditional preparations

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, oval, and flat, with a brownish to dark tan color and a smooth, slightly glossy surface. They have a mild, grassy aroma. When decocted, Che Qian Zi is traditionally wrapped in cloth and simmered, yielding a light, slightly mucilaginous infusion.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal decoctions, traditionally wrapped in a cloth bag
• Ground into powder for traditional formula preparation
• Combined with other herbs in soup and congee recipes
• Used in seasonal herbal tea blends by experienced users

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Che Qian Zi is traditionally associated with promoting urination, clearing damp-heat, and resolving phlegm, and it is a common ingredient in classic formulas such as Che Qian Zi San. It is often paired with herbs like Yi Yi Ren and Fu Ling in dampness-focused decoctions. Traditionally it is decocted in a wrapped cloth bag to keep the fine seeds contained. It has also been used in folk practice as a summer tea ingredient.

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