Huang Jing Zi Vitex Seeds 500g Dried Fructus Viticis for Traditional Decoctions and Herbal Tea

Dried Vitex Seeds, known in TCM as Huang Jing Zi (黄荆子), from Vitex negundo, the dried ripe fruit of the chaste tree family. These small brown seeds are traditionally associated with dispersing wind, regulating qi, and supporting respiratory comfort in classical herbal practice. In TCM theory they are considered acrid, bitter, and gently warming. Suitable for decoctions, powders, and traditional formulas under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Fructus Viticis sourced from China and carefully dried for preservation
• Botanical source Vitex negundo, a classic fruit seed used in Chinese herbal tradition
• Traditionally associated with dispersing wind and regulating qi in TCM theory
• Whole dried seeds suitable for decoction, grinding, or blending into herbal formulas
• Convenient 500g resealable bag for home herbal preparation and daily wellness routines

Quality & Sensory

Typically light brown to grayish-brown whole seeds with a hard, smooth outer coat and a faintly aromatic, slightly acrid scent. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a mild bitter and pungent herbal taste characteristic of this fruit.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Grind into powder for blending with other herbs
• Brew as a light herbal tea with other botanicals
• Incorporate into seasonal folk herbal recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM, Huang Jing Zi is traditionally used to disperse wind, descend qi, and ease chest and throat discomfort, and it often appears in formulas for cough and wheezing. Folk practice also pairs it with herbs like Perilla fruit or mustard seed in decoctions, and it has been used in seasonal teas during changing weather. Preparation typically involves brief simmering of the whole or crushed fruit.

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