Suan Zao Ren (Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa) — Dry-Fried Wild Jujube Seed, 500g Loose Herb
Price range: $14.59 through $107.09
Description
Suan Zao Ren (Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa) is the dried, dry-fried seed of the wild jujube, a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Suān Zǎo Rén (酸枣仁). For centuries, Suan Zao Ren has been prized as a spirit-calming, heart-nourishing, and sleep-supporting herb, traditionally used to settle the shen, ease restlessness, and quiet an overactive mind. Its nature is sweet, sour, and neutral, making it a gentle yet profoundly effective herb for nourishing the Heart and Liver, anchoring the spirit, and harmonizing the nervous system.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional spirit-calming food herb
- Dry-fried (chao) wild jujube seed
- Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa
- New-crop, low-temperature dried
- 500g loose bulk pack
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dry-fried and low-temperature dried to preserve its reddish-brown to deep purple color, smooth glossy seed coat, and mild, faintly nutty aroma. When decocted, the seeds yield a gentle, slightly sweet and subtly sour infusion with a soft, rounded body, releasing a warm, earthy fragrance that deepens as it simmers.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Seed |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Suan Zao Ren |
| Botanical Name | Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa |
| Form | Dry-Fried Whole Seeds |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Dry-Fried, Low-Temperature Dried |
Usage Scenarios
- Evening herbal tea and decoction
- Sleep-supporting soup and congee
- Herbal tea blends with other calming herbs
- Seasonal slow-cooking and tonic formulas
- Daily food-herb wellness routine
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Suan Zao Ren is decocted into evening teas, sleep-supporting soups, and congee to calm the spirit and support restful sleep. It is a common ingredient in traditional formulas paired with ingredients like lily bulb, longan, and poria, and is often simmered into gentle nightly tonics. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other calming herbs for a warm, mildly sweet infusion enjoyed before bed.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Suan Zao Ren?
A: Suan Zao Ren is the common Chinese name for the dried, dry-fried seed of Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa, also called wild jujube seed. It is a traditional food herb used in teas, soups, and congee.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Suan Zao Ren?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Suan Zao Ren is associated with nourishing the Heart and Liver, calming the spirit, and supporting restful sleep. It is often used in evening teas and soups for daily nourishment.
Q: How do I use dry-fried Suan Zao Ren?
A: Rinse the seeds and simmer them in water for a decoction, or add them to soup or congee. They can also be brewed in hot water as part of a tea blend. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Select domestic fried jujube kernels 500g, 500g of jujube kernels produced in the country of selection, Selected physiological jujube kernels 500g, Select 500 grams of fried jujube kernels |
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