Sour Jujube Seed Powder Suan Zao Ren Fine Roasted Powder for Herbal Blends and Culinary Use 500g

Sour Jujube Seed Powder, known in TCM as Suan Zao Ren (酸枣仁), is milled from the dried seeds of Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa. This roasted, finely ground powder is a classic calming herb traditionally associated with nourishing heart yin and supporting restful sleep. In TCM theory it is sweet and neutral. Suitable for culinary and herbal preparation use, not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Finely milled roasted powder made from dried sour jujube seeds
• Botanical source Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa, a classic TCM seed herb
• Traditionally associated with calming the spirit and supporting restful sleep
• Ready-to-use powder form for blending, decoction, or culinary preparation
• Supplied as a 500g pack of authentic Chinese herbal material

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically light tan to reddish-brown with a fine, smooth texture. Roasted sour jujube seed carries a mild nutty aroma, and when stirred into warm liquid it typically yields a gentle, slightly sweet and nutty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Stir into warm water or grain porridge as a traditional evening drink
• Blend into herbal powder formulas or wine infusions
• Add to congee or culinary recipes for traditional nourishment
• Use in custom herbal preparations and decoction blends

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Suan Zao Ren is a well-known heart-nourishing seed herb traditionally used to calm the spirit and ease restlessness at night. It is a key ingredient in classic formulas such as Suan Zao Ren Tang and is commonly paired with herbs like Fu Ling, Zhi Mu, and Chuan Xiong. Traditionally it is ground and taken with warm water or added to congee and herbal wines.

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