Hemp Seed Huo Ma Ren Dried Cannabis Sativa Seeds Traditional Chinese Herb 100g

Hemp Seed, known in TCM as Huo Ma Ren (火麻仁), is the dried ripe seed of Cannabis sativa. These whole seeds are sun-dried and sold as a raw edible botanical for home use. In TCM theory, Huo Ma Ren is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with the spleen, stomach, and large intestine channels. Traditionally used in decoctions, congee, and herbal formulas, it is a classic ingredient in traditional Chinese herbal practice.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried hemp seeds, a classic TCM botanical known as Huo Ma Ren (火麻仁)
• Botanical source: Cannabis sativa, dried ripe seeds
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural seed form
• Traditionally used in decoctions, congee, and herbal formulas
• Sourced from Yunnan and sold as a raw edible agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

The seeds typically appear as small, oval, grayish-brown grains with a smooth, firm shell. They carry a mild, nutty aroma, and when cooked or decocted they typically develop a gentle, nutty, slightly oily taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Cooked into congee or porridge with grains
• Added to soup recipes in traditional home cooking
• Used in seasonal herbal food preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Huo Ma Ren is traditionally associated with moistening the intestines and supporting regular bowel function, and it appears in classic formulas such as Ma Zi Ren Wan. It is commonly decocted with other herbs, simmered into congee, or cooked into soups, especially in autumn and winter seasonal preparations. Traditional pairings include dang shen and huang qi in nourishing home recipes.

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