Fu Xiao Mai Blighted Wheat Granules 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Daily Herbal Tea

Fu Xiao Mai (浮小麦), known as Blighted Wheat or Floating Wheat, is the dried lightweight immature grain of Triticum aestivum. In TCM theory it is sweet in flavor and cool in nature, traditionally associated with the Heart meridian. These sun-dried grains are a classic ingredient for herbal tea and decoctions, often paired with Gan Cao (licorice root) and Da Zao (jujube). A simple traditional botanical for daily wellness use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Fu Xiao Mai (浮小麦) dried blighted wheat grains from China
• Botanical source Triticum aestivum, lightweight immature wheat grains
• Sun-dried and sorted, ready for decocting or brewing as herbal tea
• Traditionally used in TCM for nourishing Heart qi and calming restlessness
• Pairs classically with licorice root and jujube in a simple three-ingredient tea

Quality & Sensory

The grains are typically pale yellow to light golden, thin, shriveled, and noticeably lightweight. They carry a mild, grainy wheat aroma. When simmered or steeped, the tea typically tastes gently sweet and starchy with a soft, mellow finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a traditional herbal decoction with licorice root and jujube
• Steep in hot water as a mild daily herbal tea
• Add to congee or grain-based wellness recipes
• Use in seasonal herbal blends during warm months

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Fu Xiao Mai is traditionally used to support normal perspiration patterns and to ease restlessness, and it is traditionally associated with the Heart meridian. A well-known folk preparation combines it with Gan Cao (licorice root) and Da Zao (jujube) in a gentle decoction or tea. It is also added to congee or grain soups in traditional household cooking.

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