Sha Yuan Zi Cuscuta Seed Tea Blend 500g Dried Astragalus and Dodder Seeds for Daily Herbal Infusion
Price range: $5.92 through $13.32
Description
Sha Yuan Zi (沙苑子) and Tu Si Zi (菟丝子) are a classic TCM pairing of dried seeds, traditionally used in herbal teas and decoctions. In TCM theory, both are considered sweet in flavor and associated with the liver and kidney channels. This loose raw herb combination is sun-dried and suitable for infusion, simmering, or blending into formulas. It is a traditional botanical product and does not replace medical treatment.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional TCM seed pairing of Sha Yuan Zi and Tu Si Zi
- Dried Astragalus complanatus and Cuscuta chinensis seeds
- Loose bulk herbs suitable for tea, decoction, or soup
- Sun-dried processing with 12-month shelf life
- Commonly combined in men's daily herbal routines
Quality & Sensory
The seeds typically appear small, firm, and slightly glossy, with Sha Yuan Zi in brownish-green tones and Tu Si Zi in pale yellow-brown. They carry a mild, earthy aroma, and brewed tea typically tastes light, slightly sweet, and gently nutty.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried herbal seed combination |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 沙苑子 菟丝子 |
| Pinyin | Sha Yuan Zi, Tu Si Zi |
| Botanical Name | Astragalus complanatus; Cuscuta chinensis |
| Plant Part | Seeds |
| Net Weight | 500g bag (approx. 350g net in jar options) |
Usage Scenarios
- Steep seeds in hot water as a daily herbal tea
- Simmer in decoctions with other tonic herbs
- Add to slow-cooked soups or congee
- Blend into personalized herbal formulas
Traditional Uses
In traditional Chinese practice, Sha Yuan Zi and Tu Si Zi are frequently paired to support kidney yang and secure essence, and they appear in classic formulas such as Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan. Traditionally prepared by decoction or added to soups and congee, the seeds are also simmered alone or with goji berries for a mild daily tea, especially in autumn and winter.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is a loose combination of two dried TCM seeds, Sha Yuan Zi (Astragalus complanatus) and Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis), sold in bulk for herbal preparation.
Q: What are its traditional characteristics?
A: In TCM theory, both seeds are sweet in flavor and enter the liver and kidney channels, where they are traditionally associated with tonifying kidney yang and benefiting the eyes.
Q: How is it commonly used?
A: The seeds are typically simmered in decoctions, steeped as tea, or cooked into soups and congee, often alongside herbs like goji berries.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | single can shayuanzi 250g, single can cuscuta 250g, large can shayuanzi 500g, large jar cuscuta 500g, combined model 250g each shayuanzi cuscuta, large jar combination 500g each shayuanzi cuscuta, bag cuscuta 100g net weight, bag cuscuta 250g net weight, bag cuscuta 500g net weight |
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