Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking
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Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking

Price range: $16.00 through $27.38

Description

Dried Chive Seeds, known in TCM as Jiu Cai Zi (韭菜籽), from Allium tuberosum. These small, flat black seeds are the matured seeds of garlic chive, sun-dried as a raw Chinese herbal ingredient. In TCM theory they are considered warm in nature with pungent and sweet flavor, traditionally associated with the kidney and liver channels. Commonly used in decoctions, infusions, or traditional wine soaking. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking overview
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking overview
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking overview

Key Selling Points

  • Raw dried chive seeds sold as a traditional Chinese herbal ingredient
  • Botanical source Allium tuberosum with seeds as the used plant part
  • Traditionally associated with kidney and liver channels in TCM theory
  • Sun-dried whole seeds suitable for decoction infusion or wine soaking
  • Sealed bag packaging with a 500g net weight option
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking key features
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking key features
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking key features

Quality & Sensory

Typically small, flat, slightly angular black seeds with a matte surface and firm texture. They carry a mild pungent allium-like aroma. When infused or decocted, they typically yield a light, slightly pungent and savory taste.

Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking quality and texture
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking quality and texture
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Raw Chinese herbal ingredient
Chinese Name 韭菜籽
Pinyin Jiu Cai Zi
Botanical Name Allium tuberosum
Plant Part Matured seeds
Processing Sun-dried
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking specifications
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking specifications
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
  • Steep as a warm herbal infusion
  • Soak in liquor following traditional wine-soaking practice
  • Grind for use in traditional herbal preparations
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking in use
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking in use
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking in use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Jiu Cai Zi is traditionally used to support kidney yang and is often included in classical formulas alongside herbs such as Ba Ji Tian and Tu Si Zi. It has also been a folk favorite for wine soaking, where seeds are steeped in liquor for weeks before moderate consumption. Traditionally prepared by decoction or gentle roasting before use.

Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking preparation
Dried Chive Seeds Jiu Cai Zi 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Infusion and Wine Soaking preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: It is raw dried chive seed, known in TCM as Jiu Cai Zi, the matured seeds of Allium tuberosum sold as a traditional herbal ingredient.

Q: What is its traditional value?

A: In TCM theory it is warm in nature and traditionally associated with the kidney and liver channels, valued in traditional kidney-supporting formulas.

Q: How is it commonly used?

A: It is commonly simmered in decoctions, steeped as an infusion, or soaked in liquor following traditional practice.

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