Great Burdock Seed 500g Niubangzi Dried Arctium Fruit Slices for Herbal Tea and Decoction

Great Burdock Seed, known in TCM as Niu Bang Zi (牛蒡子), is the dried ripe fruit of Arctium lappa. These sliced seeds are a classic raw herbal material traditionally valued for their cool nature and pungent, bitter flavor. In TCM theory they are associated with the Lung and Stomach channels. Commonly simmered as a decoction or steeped in hot water, they are a versatile addition to any traditional herbal pantry.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Great Burdock Seed, a staple TCM raw herb
• Botanical source Arctium lappa, dried ripe fruit cut into slices
• Known in TCM as Niu Bang Zi (牛蒡子), also called Da Li Zi
• Traditionally associated with the Lung and Stomach channels
• Suitable for water infusions, decoctions, and herbal blends

Quality & Sensory

Typically grayish-brown with a hard, slightly glossy texture and a faint nutty aroma. When steeped or decocted, the liquid typically carries a mild, slightly bitter and pungent taste characteristic of this traditional fruit herb.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in hot water as a simple daily herbal infusion
• Simmer in decoctions with other traditional herbs
• Add to herbal soup blends during seasonal changes
• Incorporate into custom herbal formulas at home

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Niu Bang Zi has long been included in cooling decoctions and seasonal wellness teas, often paired with herbs such as Jin Yin Honeysuckle or Bo He mint in classic formulas. Folk use also includes simmering the seeds in soups or grain congee. It remains a common household herb during dry or changing seasons.

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