Black Morning Glory Seeds Hei Chou 500g Dried Pharbitis Seed Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction

Black Morning Glory Seeds, known in TCM as Hei Chou (黑丑), from the dried mature seed of Pharbitis nil. These whole seeds are a classic bitter, pungent herb with a cold nature in traditional Chinese medicine, traditionally associated with the lung, kidney, and large intestine channels. Supplied as raw dried seeds for herbal practitioners and traditional home preparation, to be used only under qualified guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Dried black morning glory seeds, the traditional TCM herb Hei Chou (黑丑)
• Botanical source Pharbitis nil, whole mature seeds with no sulfur fumigation
• Cold-natured, bitter and pungent seed in traditional Chinese medicine classification
• New-crop seeds supplied in a resealable 500g pack for herbal decoction use
• Suited to practitioners and home herbalists following classical formulas

Quality & Sensory

Typically dark grayish-black, hard, angular seeds with a smooth surface and a faint characteristic aroma. When decocted, the seeds yield a bitter, slightly acrid taste typical of this traditional herb.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Prepared as a traditional herbal decoction under qualified guidance
• Ground and incorporated into classical formula preparations
• Stored as a reference herb for TCM study and dispensing
• Used in traditional external applications as directed by a practitioner

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Hei Chou is traditionally associated with promoting downward movement of water and food stagnation and clearing accumulated heat. It has historically appeared in classical purgative and water-draining formulas, often paired with herbs such as Da Huang or Gan Sui in traditional practice. Because of its strong traditional action, it was generally used in small amounts and avoided during pregnancy in classical texts.

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