Dried Huai Mi Sophora Flower Buds 500g Bulk Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient Sun Dried Clean Sifted

Dried Chinese Sophora Flower Buds, known in TCM as Huai Mi (槐米), from Sophora japonica. These sun-dried unopened buds are a classic raw herbal ingredient, traditionally associated with cooling properties in TCM theory. Clean and sifted with minimal impurities, they are commonly used for decoctions, herbal teas, and culinary preparations. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Huai Mi (槐米) dried Sophora japonica flower buds from Shandong
• Sun-dried whole unopened buds in traditional raw herb form
• Clean and sifted with minimal stems or foreign matter
• Traditionally valued in TCM as a cooling herbal ingredient
• Versatile for decoctions, herbal teas, and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

Typically yellowish-green to yellowish-brown buds with a compact, elongated shape and dry, brittle texture. The aroma is mildly herbal and grassy, and brewed Huai Mi typically yields a light, slightly bitter taste with a faintly sweet aftertaste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a standalone herbal tea or blend with other herbs
• Simmer in traditional decoctions
• Add to congee or culinary recipes
• Use in seasonal herbal food preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Huai Mi is considered cold in nature with a bitter flavor and is traditionally associated with the liver and large intestine channels. It has long been used in decoctions and herbal teas, often paired with herbs such as Dan Shen or Huang Qin in classical formulas. Traditionally prepared by dry-frying or used raw depending on the intended application.

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