Huai Jiao Sophora Fruit 500g Dried Chinese Herbal Slices for Decoction and Tea

Dried Sophora Fruit, known in TCM as Huai Jiao (槐角), from the mature pods of Sophora japonica. These sliced pods are a classic Chinese herbal material traditionally associated with cooling the blood and supporting healthy circulation in TCM theory. Traditionally considered bitter and slightly cold in nature, they are commonly used in decoctions and herbal teas. Store in a cool dry place and use as directed by a qualified herbal practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Huai Jiao (槐角) dried Sophora fruit pods in sliced form
• Botanical source Sophora japonica, a well-known TCM herbal material
• Traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice for cooling and blood-related formulas
• Carefully sliced processing for convenient decoction and tea preparation
• Suitable for herbal shops, decoction blends, and traditional wellness recipes

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep brown to dark reddish-brown pods with a firm, slightly glossy texture and a mild herbal aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a bitter, astringent taste characteristic of traditional Sophora fruit.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Brew as a bitter herbal tea
• Combine with other TCM herbs in formulas
• Use in seasonal herbal soup preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Huai Jiao is traditionally associated with cooling the blood and is a familiar ingredient in classical formulas for heat-related conditions. It has long been prepared as a single-herb decoction or combined with herbs such as Huai Hua and Di Yu in traditional practice. Folk use also includes brewing the pods as a simple daily herbal tea, especially in warm seasons.

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