Dried Silkworm Feces Can Sha Bulk Herb Pillow Filling 500g Sichuan Origin

Dried Silkworm Feces, known in TCM as Can Sha (蚕砂), also called Can Sha (蚕沙), is the dried droppings of the silkworm Bombyx mori, traditionally collected from late-stage silkworms. Sourced from Sichuan, this loose bulk herb is commonly used as a natural filling for herbal pillows. In TCM theory it is associated with removing dampness. Store in a dry place at room temperature.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional TCM herb Can Sha (蚕砂) in loose bulk form
• Botanical source is the silkworm Bombyx mori, not a plant
• Sourced from Sichuan province in China
• Commonly used as natural filling for herbal pillows
• 500g pack suitable for pillow making and craft projects

Quality & Sensory

Typically dark brown to blackish granular pellets with a dry, firm texture and a mild grassy, hay-like aroma. The material should feel dry and free-flowing, with no visible moisture or clumping when handled.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Filling for traditional herbal pillows
• Craft and DIY pillow projects
• Traditional external use in herbal sachets
• Bulk supply for herbal workshops

Traditional Uses

In TCM, Can Sha has traditionally been associated with dispelling dampness and is recorded in classical materia medica. Folk practice has long favored silkworm feces as a pillow filling, believed to offer a naturally firm and breathable support. It has also traditionally been paired with other dried herbs in sachets. This listing is intended for external and craft use.

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