Dried Ting Li Zi Seeds 500g Lepidium Seed Chinese Herbal Decoction Ingredient
$7.38
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Description
Dried Ting Li Zi (葶苈子) seeds, the mature seed of Lepidium apetalum or related Descurainia species, supplied as whole unprocessed botanical material. In TCM theory, Ting Li Zi is acrid, bitter, and strongly cold, entering the lung and bladder channels, and is traditionally associated with draining excess water and phlegm. Traditionally used in decoctions under professional guidance; not a substitute for medicine.



Key Selling Points
- Whole dried Ting Li Zi seeds in original natural form
- Botanical source Lepidium apetalum, known in TCM as Ting Li Zi (葶苈子)
- Traditionally associated with draining water and resolving phlegm in TCM practice
- Sourced from Sichuan, China, with a 24-month shelf life when stored sealed
- Supplied in a resealable 500g food-grade bag for decoction and herbal preparation



Quality & Sensory
Typically small, flattened brownish seeds with a slightly oily surface and a faint characteristic aroma. When decocted, the seeds typically impart a bitter, pungent taste to the herbal liquid.



Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Raw Chinese herbal seed |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 葶苈子 |
| Pinyin | Ting Li Zi |
| Botanical Name | Lepidium apetalum |
| Plant Part | Mature seed |
| Net Weight | 500g per bag |



Usage Scenarios
- Prepared as a traditional herbal decoction with other prescribed herbs
- Added to herbal formulas after wrapping in cloth for simmering
- Used in TCM clinics and herbal pharmacies for formula compounding
- Stored as a pantry botanical for seasonal herbal preparation



Traditional Uses
In TCM practice, Ting Li Zi is traditionally used in formulas aimed at draining accumulated water and phlegm, often paired with herbs such as Da Zao (jujube) in classic decoctions like Ting Li Da Zao Xie Fei Tang. It is traditionally regarded as an acrid, bitter, cold seed entering the lung and bladder channels. Preparation typically involves brief decoction, sometimes after stir-frying to moderate its cold nature. Use should follow professional herbal guidance.

FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: This is 500g of whole dried Ting Li Zi (葶苈子) seeds, the mature seed of Lepidium apetalum, supplied as raw Chinese herbal material from Sichuan.
Q: What is it traditionally used for?
A: In TCM theory, Ting Li Zi is acrid, bitter, and cold, entering the lung and bladder channels, and is traditionally associated with draining water and resolving phlegm. It should be used under professional guidance.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It is typically simmered in herbal decoctions, often wrapped in cloth, and may be stir-fried before use to moderate its cold nature. Follow the directions of a qualified herbal practitioner.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.55 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 15 × 6 cm |
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