Red Sword Bean (Canavalia gladiata) — Dried Food Herb, Whole Beans & Custom Powder
$5.50 – $6.64Price range: $5.50 through $6.64
Description
Red Sword Bean (Canavalia gladiata) is the dried mature seed of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Hóng Dāo Dòu (红刀豆). Also called Sword Bean, it has long been valued as a warming, kidney-supporting food herb used in soups, congee, and grain blends. Its nature is sweet and warm, making it a gentle yet substantial ingredient for supporting the Spleen and Kidney in daily nourishment.




Key Selling Points
- Traditional food herb (药食同源) ingredient
- Dried whole Red Sword Beans
- Canavalia gladiata
- Custom grinding service available
- 500g net weight, bulk and retail




Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its deep reddish-brown color, firm smooth skin, and dense, kidney-like shape. The beans have a mild, faintly earthy aroma. When simmered, they soften to a creamy, mealy texture with a subtly sweet, nutty flavor that blends well into broths and porridge.




Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Food Herb / Seed |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Red Sword Bean |
| Botanical Name | Canavalia gladiata |
| Form | Whole Dried Beans (Powder Option Available) |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Storage | Room Temperature, Cool and Dry |




Usage Scenarios
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Congee and grain porridge
- Five-grain mixed blends
- Custom-ground herbal powder
- Daily culinary nourishment




Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Red Sword Bean is simmered into soups, congee, and five-grain blends to support daily nourishment and warm the middle. It is a common ingredient in kidney-supporting soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like black bean, walnut, and Chinese yam. As a powder, it is stirred into warm water or porridge for convenient daily use.




FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Red Sword Bean?
A: Red Sword Bean is the common English name for the dried mature seed of Canavalia gladiata, known in Chinese as Hóng Dāo Dòu (红刀豆). It is a traditional food herb used in soups, congee, and grain blends.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Red Sword Bean?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Red Sword Bean is associated with warming the middle, supporting the Spleen and Kidney, and promoting daily nourishment. It is often used in soups and congee for seasonal food therapy.
Q: Can I request the beans to be ground into powder?
A: Yes, a custom grinding service is available. The product is also offered as Red Sword Bean Powder in a 500g pack. Please confirm details with customer service before ordering.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Red sword beans 500g, White kidney beans 500g, Knife bean skin 500g, Red sword bean powder 500g |
Related products
-

Chen Pi Shreds (Citrus reticulata) — Aged Dried Tangerine Peel, Unsulfured, 500g
$4.93 -

Dang Gui Slices (Angelica sinensis) — Minxian New-Crop Sulfur-Free Whole Root Slices, 500g
$5.42 – $11.57Price range: $5.42 through $11.57 -

Mu Dan Pi Slices (Moutan Cortex) — Unsmoked Dan Pi Root Bark for Cooking & Tea
$4.61 – $11.57Price range: $4.61 through $11.57 -

Huai Shan Yao Dried Slices (Dioscorea opposita) — Iron Stick Yam from Jiaozuo, Henan
$4.61 – $9.14Price range: $4.61 through $9.14




Reviews
There are no reviews yet.