Zhi Ju Zi Dried Hovenia Dulcis Seeds Bulk Herbal Tea Ingredients 500g

Zhi Ju Zi (枳椇子), the dried seed of Hovenia dulcis, is a traditional Chinese herbal ingredient sold as loose raw botanicals. In TCM theory it is sweet in flavor and traditionally associated with the heart and spleen channels. These sun-dried seeds are commonly simmered in decoctions or steeped as a mild herbal tea. This product is a food-grade agricultural item and is not intended to replace medical treatment.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Zhi Ju Zi (枳椇子) dried seeds of Hovenia dulcis from China
• Sun-dried whole seeds in loose bulk form for flexible home preparation
• Traditionally used in TCM as a sweet neutral herbal ingredient
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and culinary blends
• Sold as a food-grade agricultural product with 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, flattened, and dull brown to reddish-brown with a hard, smooth surface. They carry a faint, mildly sweet aroma, and when simmered or steeped they typically yield a light, subtly sweet and slightly nutty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Steep as a mild daily herbal tea
• Add to soup or congee blends for a subtle sweetness
• Combine with other TCM botanicals in seasonal formulas

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Zhi Ju Zi has long been valued as a gentle sweet seed often included in decoctions and folk formulas, historically paired with herbs such as Ge Hua (kudzu flower) in traditional drinks. It is also simmered in soups or congee, especially during warmer seasons, and remains a common ingredient in everyday herbal tea blends.

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