Dried Prunella Spike Xia Ku Cao 夏枯草 Natural Sun Dried Herbal Tea Ingredient 500g

Dried Prunella Spike, known in TCM as Xia Ku Cao (夏枯草), from Prunella vulgaris, consisting of the dried fruiting spikes of the selfheal plant. Traditionally associated with clearing summer heat in TCM theory, these sun-dried spikes are a classic ingredient for herbal teas and decoctions. Naturally dried without sulfur fumigation, they are commonly simmered or steeped for seasonal wellness drinks.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Xia Ku Cao 夏枯草 dried fruiting spikes from Prunella vulgaris
• Sun-dried and naturally processed without sulfur fumigation
• Traditional TCM herb valued for summer heat-clearing herbal drinks
• Whole spike form suitable for tea, decoction, and herbal blends
• Pre-packaged 500g supply for regular home herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

The dried spikes typically appear brownish-purple with a compact, slightly fuzzy texture and a mild grassy aroma. When simmered or steeped, they typically yield a light amber infusion with a clean, gently bitter and faintly sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into a traditional cooling herbal tea
• Combine with other herbs in home decoctions
• Brew as a light daily infusion during warm seasons
• Use in traditional herbal soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Xia Ku Cao is traditionally associated with clearing liver heat and brightening the eyes, and it has long been a staple of summer herbal drinks. It is commonly simmered alone or paired with herbs such as chrysanthemum or honeysuckle for a cooling seasonal tea, and folk households often prepare it as a refreshing warm-weather beverage.

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