Plantago Seed Che Qian Zi Dried Herb for Tea and Decoction 250g x 3 Cans

Plantago Seed, known in TCM as Che Qian Zi (车前子), is the dried seed of Plantago asiatica or Plantago depressa. Traditionally valued as a sweet and cold herb entering the kidney, liver, lung, and small intestine channels, these whole seeds are sun-dried and pre-packaged. In TCM practice they are commonly simmered in a cloth bag for decoctions or infused as a mild daily tea. Store in a cool, dry place and use according to traditional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Plantago seed, a classic TCM seed herb
• Known as Che Qian Zi (车前子) with a long history in Chinese herbal practice
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural seed form
• Traditionally associated with supporting normal urination and clearing damp-heat in TCM theory
• Pre-packaged in three 250g cans for convenient storage and daily use

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, flat, and oval, with a light brown to tan color and a smooth, slightly glossy surface. They have a mild, grassy aroma. When simmered or steeped, the liquid is typically pale with a subtle, slightly bland herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in a cloth bag as part of a traditional herbal decoction
• Steep a small amount in hot water as a mild daily herbal tea
• Add to congee or soup recipes following traditional preparation methods
• Blend with other TCM herbs such as poria or corn silk in classic formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Che Qian Zi is traditionally associated with promoting urination, clearing damp-heat, and supporting eye and lung comfort. Because the seeds are small and slippery, they are traditionally wrapped in a cloth bag before decocting. Classic pairings include poria, alisma, and corn silk in damp-draining formulas, and the seeds are also used in seasonal summer teas.

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