Mu Hu Die (Oroxylum indicum) — Dried Qian Zhang Zhi Seed Pods, Food-Herb Botanical
$7.83 – $9.95Price range: $7.83 through $9.95
Description
Mu Hu Die (Oroxylum indicum), also known as Qian Zhang Zhi (千张纸) or Yu Hu Die (玉蝴蝶), is the dried seed pod of a traditional food-herb botanical prized in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as a gentle, throat-soothing and qi-harmonizing herb. Its nature is slightly cold and its flavor is bitter-sweet, making it a mild yet clarifying herb traditionally used to soothe the throat, ease the voice, and support the free movement of Lung qi.




Key Selling Points
- Traditional food-herb botanical (药食同源)
- Dried Mu Hu Die seed pods, new crop
- Known as Qian Zhang Zhi and Yu Hu Die
- Sourced from Yunnan, China
- Suitable for herbal tea and decoction




Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully sun-dried to preserve the pods' pale, papery texture and light, woody appearance. The pods are thin, flat, and slightly translucent, with a faint botanical aroma. When brewed, they yield a mild, subtly sweet infusion with a soft, clean finish and a gentle herbal character that blends well with other botanicals.




Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Botanical Seed Pods |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Mu Hu Die / Qian Zhang Zhi |
| Botanical Name | Oroxylum indicum |
| Origin | Yunnan, China |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Shelf Life | 18 months |




Usage Scenarios
- Herbal tea blends for throat comfort
- Traditional decoctions with other botanicals
- Daily wellness infusions
- Seasonal throat-care routines
- Food-herb culinary preparations




Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Mu Hu Die is decocted alone or blended with herbs like honeysuckle, chrysanthemum, and licorice to make soothing teas for the throat and voice. It is also added to seasonal soup packs and gentle daily infusions, where it is valued for its light, clarifying character and its traditional role in supporting Lung qi and vocal comfort.




FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Mu Hu Die?
A: Mu Hu Die is the common Chinese name for the dried seed pod of Oroxylum indicum, also known as Qian Zhang Zhi or Yu Hu Die. It is a traditional food-herb botanical used in teas and decoctions.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Mu Hu Die?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Mu Hu Die is associated with soothing the throat, easing the voice, and supporting the free movement of Lung qi. It is often used in herbal tea blends for throat comfort.
Q: How do I use dried Mu Hu Die pods?
A: Rinse the pods and brew them in hot water as a tea, or simmer them with other botanicals in a decoction. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.



Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | New arrival optional thousand sheets of paper 0 5kg item, New goods packed with thousands of sheets of paper 0 5kg piece |
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