Cassia Seed Jue Ming Zi Dried Whole Seeds 1000g Herbal Tea Ingredient Bulk Pack

Cassia Seed, known in TCM as Jue Ming Zi (决明子), from Cassia obtusifolia, consists of dried mature seeds supplied as a clean, food-grade raw botanical. In TCM theory it is sweet, bitter, and slightly cold, traditionally associated with the liver and large intestine channels. It is commonly used as an ingredient for herbal teas, decoctions, and culinary preparations. Store in a cool, dry place and consult a professional before regular use.

Key Selling Points

• Dried whole Cassia Seed (决明子, Jue Ming Zi) supplied as a raw food-grade botanical
• Botanical source Cassia obtusifolia, a classic TCM seed herb
• Cleaned and sorted seeds with minimal foreign matter
• Suitable for herbal tea blends, decoctions, and culinary recipes
• Generous 1000g resealable bulk bag for regular home preparation

Quality & Sensory

Seeds are typically small, hard, and angular, with a brownish-green to dark brown surface and a smooth, glossy texture. They typically carry a mild, grain-like aroma, and when toasted or simmered they yield a light, nutty, slightly bitter taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Brew as a roasted seed infusion or add to herbal tea blends
• Cook into congee or grain porridges
• Use in culinary recipes as a traditional seed ingredient

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Jue Ming Zi is traditionally used in decoctions and daily infusions, often lightly toasted before brewing to soften its flavor. It is a common ingredient in seasonal wellness teas and is traditionally paired with herbs such as goji berry, chrysanthemum, or hawthorn in folk formulas. It has also been cooked into congee and other household preparations in traditional Chinese food-herb customs.

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