Suan Zao Ren (Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa) — Hebei Stir-Fried & Raw Jujube Seed, 500g
Price range: $5.74 through $81.25
Description
Suan Zao Ren (Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa) is the dried seed of the wild jujube, a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Suān Zǎo Rén (酸枣仁). For centuries, Suan Zao Ren has been prized as a spirit-calming, heart-nourishing, and sleep-supporting herb, traditionally used to settle the spirit, ease restlessness, and quiet an overactive mind. Its nature is sweet, sour, and neutral, making it a gentle yet profoundly effective herb for nourishing the Heart, anchoring the spirit, and harmonizing the nervous system. This listing offers both stir-fried and raw forms, sourced from Hebei and packed in a 500g bag.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional spirit-calming food herb
- Hebei-origin wild jujube seed
- Available stir-fried or raw
- Also offered as fine powder
- 500g sealed pouch, 12-month shelf life
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully cleaned and dried to preserve its reddish-brown to purplish-brown color, smooth glossy surface, and mild, faintly nutty aroma. The seeds are plump and firm, with a thin outer skin that cracks easily when pressed. When decocted, they yield a gentle, slightly sweet and subtly sour infusion with a soft, rounded body. The stir-fried form carries a warmer, toasted fragrance, while the raw form retains a lighter, more neutral scent. The powdered form is fine, even, and easy to blend into teas, congee, or warm drinks.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Seed |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Suan Zao Ren |
| Botanical Name | Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa |
| Origin | Hebei, China |
| Form | Stir-Fried Seed, Raw Seed, or Powder |
| Net Weight | 500g |
Usage Scenarios
- Evening herbal tea or decoction
- Congee and grain porridge
- Soup and tonic blends
- Powder blended into warm drinks
- Daily food-therapy routine
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Suan Zao Ren is decocted into evening teas, congee, and gentle tonics to support calm and restful sleep. It is a classic ingredient in traditional sleep-support formulas, where it pairs with ingredients like lily bulb, longan, and poria. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with jujube and goji berry for a light, mildly sweet infusion. The stir-fried form is traditionally favored for its warmer, more soothing character, while the raw form is used in formulas where a lighter, more neutral action is desired.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Suan Zao Ren?
A: Suan Zao Ren is the common Chinese name for the dried seed of Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa, also called wild jujube seed. It is a traditional food herb used in teas, congee, and soups.
Q: What is the difference between stir-fried and raw Suan Zao Ren?
A: Stir-fried Suan Zao Ren has a warmer, toasted aroma and is traditionally favored for its soothing character. Raw Suan Zao Ren retains a lighter, more neutral scent and is used in formulas where a gentler action is desired.
Q: How do I use Suan Zao Ren?
A: Rinse the seeds and simmer them in water for a tea or decoction, or add them to congee and soup. The powdered form can be blended into warm drinks. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Domestic jujube kernels selected 500g, Domestic jujube kernels 500g total, 500g jujube kernels, Domestic jujube kernels selected 100g, Domestic jujube kernels 100 grams of total goods, 100 grams of jujube kernels |
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