Dried Kochia Fruit Di Fu Zi 500g Whole Herb Form Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient
$7.17
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Description
Dried Kochia Fruit, known in TCM as Di Fu Zi (地肤子), from Kochia scoparia, the dried mature fruit of the plant. In TCM theory it is considered cold in nature with a pungent and bitter flavor, traditionally associated with the kidney and bladder channels. This whole-form botanical is sun-dried and suitable for decoction or external herbal preparations. It is sold as a raw agricultural product and is not intended to replace medicine.


Key Selling Points
- Whole dried Kochia Fruit in its natural form, sun-dried without further processing
- Botanical source Kochia scoparia, a classic TCM herbal fruit
- Known in TCM as Di Fu Zi (地肤子), traditionally associated with kidney and bladder channels
- Sourced from Northeast China with ample stock and 36-month shelf life
- Suitable for decoction, herbal formulas, or external wash preparations


Quality & Sensory
Typically the fruits are small, flat, oblong grains with a grayish-green to brownish surface and a faint herbal aroma. The texture is dry and lightweight, and decocted liquid typically carries a mild bitter taste.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Raw Chinese herbal ingredient |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 地肤子 |
| Pinyin | Di Fu Zi |
| Botanical Name | Kochia scoparia |
| Plant Part | Dried mature fruit |
| Net Weight | 500g |


Usage Scenarios
- Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
- Combined with other botanicals in TCM formulas
- Prepared as an external herbal wash
- Used in foot soak blends


Traditional Uses
In TCM practice, Di Fu Zi has traditionally been used to clear damp-heat, ease itching, and support urinary comfort, and it is a common ingredient in external washes for skin comfort. It is often decocted alone or paired with herbs such as Ku Shen or Bai Xian Pi in traditional formulas. It may also be included in seasonal foot soak blends in folk herbal practice.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is whole dried Kochia Fruit (Di Fu Zi, 地肤子), the mature fruit of Kochia scoparia, sold as a raw Chinese herbal ingredient.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory it is cold in nature with pungent and bitter flavor, traditionally used to clear damp-heat and ease itching, and associated with the kidney and bladder channels.
Q: How is it commonly used?
A: It is typically simmered in decoctions or boiled for external washes and foot soaks. Follow guidance from a qualified herbal practitioner.
Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 15 × 8 cm |
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