Fu Xiao Mai (Triticum aestivum) — Naturally Sun-Dried Light Wheat for Tea & Soup
$5.40
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Description
Fu Xiao Mai (Triticum aestivum), also known as Light Wheat or Floating Wheat, is the naturally sun-dried, shriveled grain of common wheat, long revered in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Fú Xiǎo Mài (浮小麦). For centuries it has been prized as a gentle, spirit-anchoring food herb traditionally used to calm the heart, settle restlessness, and support the body's natural balance of fluids. Its nature is sweet and cool, making it a mild yet quietly effective herb for daily nourishment and seasonal wellness.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional food herb (药食同源) for daily wellness
- Naturally sun-dried with no sulfur treatment
- High floating rate light wheat grains
- 500g bulk pack for tea and soup use
- Sourced from Hebei, China
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is naturally sun-dried to preserve the grain's pale golden-tan color, light papery texture, and clean, faintly grassy aroma. The grains are notably light and hollow, floating readily when placed in water. When simmered or steeped, Fu Xiao Mai yields a mild, subtly sweet infusion with a soft, grain-like warmth that blends easily with other herbs.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Food Herb Grain |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Fu Xiao Mai (Light Wheat) |
| Botanical Name | Triticum aestivum |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Origin | Hebei, China |
| Processing | Naturally Sun-Dried, No Sulfur |
Usage Scenarios
- Herbal tea brewed alone or in blends
- Chinese-style soup and congee
- Seasonal daily nourishment
- Paired with jujube, licorice, or lotus seed
- Food-herb wellness routines
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Fu Xiao Mai is decocted into gentle teas, congee, and soups to support calm and daily balance. It is a classic companion to jujube, licorice root, and lotus seed in traditional formulas for settling the spirit and nourishing the heart. As a daily tea, it is simmered alone or blended with other food herbs for a light, grain-sweet infusion enjoyed across the seasons.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Fu Xiao Mai?
A: Fu Xiao Mai, also called Light Wheat or Floating Wheat, is the naturally sun-dried shriveled grain of common wheat (Triticum aestivum). It is a traditional food herb used in teas, soups, and congee.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Fu Xiao Mai?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Fu Xiao Mai is associated with calming the heart, settling restlessness, and supporting the body's natural fluid balance. It is often used in gentle daily teas and congee.
Q: How do I use Fu Xiao Mai?
A: Rinse the grains and simmer them in water as a tea, or add them to soup and congee. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 1.1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 18 × 10.5 cm |
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