Pang Da Hai Fat Sea Pods Sterculia Seed Herbal Tea Blend with Honeysuckle Ophiopogon and Licorice 380g Set

Fat Sea Pods, known in TCM as Pang Da Hai (胖大海), from Sterculia lychnophora, are dried seeds traditionally used in Chinese herbal teas. In TCM theory they are sweet and cool in nature and are associated with the lung channel. This set also includes honeysuckle, ophiopogon, and licorice for a balanced daily infusion. Steep in hot water and enjoy as part of a wellness routine.

Key Selling Points

• Features Pang Da Hai (胖大海) as the main ingredient, a classic TCM herbal tea seed
• Botanical source Sterculia lychnophora, dried whole pods with no sulfur treatment stated
• Includes honeysuckle, ophiopogon, and licorice for a traditional four-herb infusion
• Dried and ready to steep, suitable for daily herbal tea preparation
• 380g combined set packaged for convenient home brewing

Quality & Sensory

The pods typically appear oval and wrinkled with a brown outer surface and a light, papery texture. When steeped, they swell considerably and release a mild, slightly sweet taste with a smooth, gelatinous mouthfeel, typically accompanied by gentle floral notes from the accompanying herbs.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep one or two pods in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Combine with honeysuckle, ophiopogon, and licorice for a traditional infusion
• Brew during dry seasons as part of a seasonal wellness routine
• Serve warm after meals as a caffeine-free herbal drink

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Pang Da Hai is traditionally steeped alone or with herbs such as honeysuckle, ophiopogon, and licorice to make a cooling herbal infusion. It is a common household tea ingredient, especially in autumn and winter, and is often prepared by simply pouring hot water over the pods and allowing them to swell before drinking.

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