Dried Burdock Seed Niubangzi 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Tea and Decoction

Dried Burdock Seed, known in TCM as Niu Bang Zi (牛蒡子), from Arctium lappa. These whole dried fruits are traditionally associated with dispersing wind-heat, benefiting the throat, and supporting skin comfort in TCM theory. Slightly cold in nature with pungent and bitter flavor, they are commonly prepared as an herbal infusion or added to decoctions. A versatile pantry staple for traditional herbal practice.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried burdock seed from Arctium lappa, a classic TCM botanical
• Known as Niu Bang Zi (牛蒡子), also called Da Li Zi (大力子) in traditional texts
• Traditionally associated with clearing wind-heat and soothing the throat in TCM theory
• Sun-dried whole fruits suitable for herbal tea, decoctions, and formulas
• Convenient 500g resealable bag for daily herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically grayish-brown, flat, slightly curved seeds with a hard texture and mild, oily aroma. When steeped or simmered, the infusion typically carries a light earthy taste with subtle bitterness and a faint nutty finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in hot water as a simple herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions with other wind-heat herbs
• Add to herbal soups or congee in small amounts
• Use in traditional formulas during seasonal changes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, burdock seed is traditionally used to disperse wind-heat, benefit the throat, and ease skin discomfort. It is often paired with herbs such as mint, platycodon, or forsythia in classic formulas. Commonly prepared by light decoction or steeped as a daily infusion, it is a familiar household herb during dry or changing seasons.

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