Dried Dodder Seed Tu Si Zi Whole Seeds 500g Water Washed Traditional TCM Herb
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Dried Dodder Seed Tu Si Zi Whole Seeds 500g Water Washed Traditional TCM Herb

Price range: $5.23 through $8.54

Description

Dried Dodder Seed, known in TCM as Tu Si Zi (菟丝子), from Cuscuta chinensis. These small whole seeds are water washed and dried, sold as a raw Chinese herbal ingredient. In TCM theory Tu Si Zi is neutral in nature with sweet and acrid flavor, traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels. Traditionally used in decoctions, powders, and herbal formulas. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Dried Dodder Seed Tu Si Zi Whole Seeds 500g Water Washed Traditional TCM Herb overview
Dried Dodder Seed Tu Si Zi Whole Seeds 500g Water Washed Traditional TCM Herb overview

Key Selling Points

  • Whole dried dodder seeds from Cuscuta chinensis
  • Water washed and dried for a clean appearance
  • Known in TCM as Tu Si Zi (菟丝子)
  • Traditionally associated with liver and kidney channels
  • Suitable for decoctions, powders, and herbal formulas
Dried Dodder Seed Tu Si Zi Whole Seeds 500g Water Washed Traditional TCM Herb key features
Dried Dodder Seed Tu Si Zi Whole Seeds 500g Water Washed Traditional TCM Herb key features

Quality & Sensory

Seeds are typically very small, round, and pale yellowish brown with a firm texture and a clean, mild aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a light, slightly sweet and earthy taste.

Dried Dodder Seed Tu Si Zi Whole Seeds 500g Water Washed Traditional TCM Herb quality and texture
Dried Dodder Seed Tu Si Zi Whole Seeds 500g Water Washed Traditional TCM Herb quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Raw Chinese herb
Chinese Name 菟丝子
Pinyin Tu Si Zi
Botanical Name Cuscuta chinensis
Plant Part Mature seed
Net Weight 500g
Dried Dodder Seed Tu Si Zi Whole Seeds 500g Water Washed Traditional TCM Herb specifications
Dried Dodder Seed Tu Si Zi Whole Seeds 500g Water Washed Traditional TCM Herb specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
  • Grind into powder for herbal formulas
  • Add to congee or soup with other herbs
  • Use in seasonal tonic preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Tu Si Zi is traditionally used in kidney and liver tonifying formulas, often paired with herbs such as Gou Qi Zi and Du Zhong. It is commonly decocted, ground into powder, or included in congee and soup recipes. Traditionally associated with supporting vitality and reproductive wellness in classical formulas.

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: This is 500g of whole dried dodder seeds, known in TCM as Tu Si Zi (菟丝子), from Cuscuta chinensis.

Q: What is its traditional value?

A: In TCM theory it is neutral and sweet-acrid, traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels and used in classical tonifying formulas.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: It is typically simmered in decoctions, ground into powder, or added to congee and soups with other herbs.

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Packaging specifications

Cuscuta 500g, Cuscuta 250g, Cuscuta 100g, Cuscuta 50g

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