Dried Hawthorn Seeds Shan Zha Zi Bulk Herbal Filling Material for Cushions and Pillows

Dried Hawthorn Seeds, known in TCM as Shan Zha Zi (山楂子), sourced from the seeds of Crataegus pinnatifida. These hard, dried seeds are a traditional byproduct of hawthorn fruit processing, valued in folk practice as a natural filling material for cushions, pillows, and warm compresses. Sold as a raw agricultural product, they are best kept in a cool, dry place and are not intended to replace medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Dried hawthorn seeds supplied as a raw agricultural product in bulk
• Botanical source Crataegus pinnatifida with Chinese name Shan Zha Zi 山楂子
• Traditionally used as a natural filling for cushions, pillows, and warm packs
• Hard, lightweight seeds that hold shape and provide gentle support
• Originates from Hebei, a major hawthorn growing region of China

Quality & Sensory

Typically light brown to reddish-brown seeds with a hard, smooth surface and a faintly fruity, herbal aroma. The seeds feel firm and dry to the touch, making them suitable as a stable, breathable filling material.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Fill for handmade seat cushions and meditation pillows
• Natural stuffing for neck pillows and lumbar support cushions
• Material for warm herbal compress packs
• Craft filling for decorative herbal sachets

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese folk practice, hawthorn seeds have been used as a natural filling material for cushions and pillows, where the seeds provide firm yet flexible support and may be gently warmed for comforting external use. They are a byproduct of hawthorn fruit processing and are traditionally associated with the same herbal heritage as Shan Zha, the hawthorn fruit used in TCM for digestive support. This product is intended for external filling and craft use rather than consumption.

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