Chu Shi Zi Dried Broussonetia Fruit 500 g Whole Seeds Chu Shih Tzu Traditional TCM Herb

Chu Shi Zi (楮实子) is the dried ripe fruit of Broussonetia papyrifera, the paper mulberry tree, a classic herb in the Chinese materia medica. In TCM theory it is sweet in flavor and cold in nature, traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels. These whole seeds are carefully selected for plump, uniform grains and are suitable for decoctions, herbal formulas, or daily wellness preparations. Store refrigerated to preserve freshness.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Chu Shi Zi (楮实子) seeds, a recognized traditional Chinese medicine fruit
• Botanical source Broussonetia papyrifera, the paper mulberry tree
• Hand-selected grains that are plump and evenly sized
• In TCM theory sweet and cold, traditionally associated with the liver and kidney channels
• Suited to decoctions, herbal formulas, and traditional wellness preparations

Quality & Sensory

Typically reddish-brown to grayish-brown seeds with a hard, glossy outer coat and a firm, granular texture. The aroma is mild and slightly herbal, and when decocted the seeds typically yield a light, subtly sweet and faintly astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to classical TCM formula preparations
• Combine with other herbs in slow-cooked soups
• Prepare as part of a daily wellness tea blend

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Chu Shi Zi has long been used in decoctions and classical formulas, often paired with herbs such as Goji berry and Dodder seed in kidney-nourishing blends. It is traditionally associated with supporting the liver and kidney systems in TCM theory. The seeds are typically simmered with other botanicals rather than eaten raw, and appear in folk practice as part of seasonal tonic soups and long-simmered herbal preparations.

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