Sha Yuan Zi Dried Astragalus Complanatus Seeds 200g Shaanxi Herbal Tea for Men

Dried Sha Yuan Zi (沙苑子) seeds, botanically Astragalus complanatus, supplied as whole dried seeds in a 200g jar. In TCM theory this herb is traditionally associated with sweet and slightly warm properties and the liver and kidney channels. It is commonly prepared as a simple herbal tea or combined with other herbs such as Tu Si Zi. Traditionally used as a gentle daily tonic herb in Chinese herbal practice.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Sha Yuan Zi (沙苑子), the dried seeds of Astragalus complanatus
• Sourced from Shaanxi province in China
• Whole dried seeds in a resealable 200g jar
• Traditionally associated with liver and kidney channel support in TCM theory
• Commonly brewed alone or paired with Tu Si Zi as a daily herbal tea

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, flat, and kidney-shaped with a brownish to dark brown color and a faint earthy aroma. Texture is firm and dry. When brewed or decocted, the liquid is typically mild, slightly sweet, and earthy in taste without strong bitterness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed as a simple daily herbal tea
• Combined with Tu Si Zi in a traditional herbal tea blend
• Simmered in decoctions with other TCM herbs
• Added to soups or congee in traditional Chinese cooking

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Sha Yuan Zi is traditionally used in formulas associated with the liver and kidney channels. It is commonly decocted alone or paired with herbs such as Tu Si Zi, Gou Qi Zi, or Shan Yao. Traditional preparations include teas, soups, and congee, often taken as a gentle daily tonic in seasonal wellness routines.

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