Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g
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Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g

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Description

Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) are the dried ripe seeds of a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Tù Sī Zǐ (菟丝子). For centuries, Tu Si Zi has been prized as a gentle, kidney-nourishing, and essence-replenishing herb, traditionally used to support the Liver and Kidney, fortify the lower back and knees, and promote healthy vision. Its nature is sweet, slightly warm, and balancing, making it a mild yet profoundly nourishing herb for long-term daily wellness. This batch is sourced from Inner Mongolia, naturally sun-dried, and water-washed without sulfur fumigation.

Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g overview
Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g overview

Key Selling Points

  • Traditional Kidney- and Liver-nourishing food herb
  • Sourced from Inner Mongolia, naturally sun-dried
  • Water-washed, no sulfur fumigation
  • Cuscuta chinensis seeds, 500g bulk pack
  • Suitable for tea, congee, and herbal tonics
Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g key features
Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g key features

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully water-washed and sun-dried to preserve its small, round seed form, pale brown to grayish-brown color, and clean, faintly earthy aroma. The seeds are firm and smooth in texture. When decocted or simmered, they release a mild, slightly sweet and nutty flavor, yielding a gentle, light-bodied infusion that blends well with other herbs.

Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g quality and texture
Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried Herb Seeds
Common Name Tu Si Zi
Botanical Name Cuscuta chinensis
Origin Inner Mongolia
Net Weight 500g
Processing Naturally Sun-Dried, Water-Washed, Unsulfured
Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g specifications
Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Herbal tea and decoction blends
  • Congee and grain porridge
  • Traditional soup and tonic formulas
  • Daily wellness tea with goji berry and jujube
  • Seasonal kidney-nourishing food therapy
Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g in use
Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g in use

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Tu Si Zi is decocted into soups, congee, and longevity tonics to support the Kidney and Liver, nourish essence, and promote daily vitality. It is a common ingredient in traditional kidney-tonifying formulas, where it pairs with ingredients like goji berry, Chinese yam, and dodder seed blends. As a daily tea, it is simmered alone or combined with wolfberry and jujube for a mild, slightly sweet infusion that fits into seasonal nourishment routines.

Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is Tu Si Zi?

A: Tu Si Zi is the common Chinese name for the dried ripe seeds of Cuscuta chinensis, a traditional food herb used in TCM for kidney and liver nourishment. It is also known as Dodder Seed.

Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Tu Si Zi?

A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Tu Si Zi is associated with nourishing the Kidney and Liver, replenishing essence, and supporting the lower back, knees, and vision. It is often used in soups, congee, and daily teas for long-term nourishment.

Q: How do I use dried Tu Si Zi seeds?

A: Rinse the seeds and simmer them in water for tea or decoction, or add them to congee and soup. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.

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Packaging specifications Selected washed cuscuta 500g, Optional washed cuscuta 500g

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