Wang Bu Liu Xing Cowherb Seeds 500g Dried Vaccaria segetalis Traditional TCM Herbal Decoction Ingredient

Wang Bu Liu Xing (王不留行), the dried seed of Vaccaria segetalis, is a classic raw herb in the Chinese herbal cabinet. In TCM theory it is bitter in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with the Liver and Stomach channels. These dried seeds are supplied as a food-grade agricultural product for decoction pieces, herbal formulas, and external preparations. Store refrigerated and consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Wang Bu Liu Xing (王不留行) dried cowherb seeds from a Chinese farm origin
• Botanical source Vaccaria segetalis, seeds only, carefully dried for herbal use
• A staple TCM herb traditionally used in decoctions and external washes
• Sold as edible agricultural produce with 12-month shelf life under refrigeration
• Bulk 500g bag suited to herbal shops, decoction services, and home apothecaries

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, hard, and spherical, blackish-brown to dark gray with a fine starchy interior. They have little aroma and a bland, slightly astringent taste when decocted, releasing mild herbal character into the liquid.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions following a practitioner's formula
• Combine with other TCM herbs in soup or congee preparations
• Use in traditional external washes or compresses as directed
• Stock as a raw ingredient for herbal shops and decoction services

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Wang Bu Liu Xing is traditionally associated with unblocking channels and promoting the flow of qi and blood, and it appears in classical formulas for lactation support and external washes. It is typically decocted with other herbs, and the seeds are also traditionally used crushed for topical applications. Seasonal use follows practitioner guidance rather than fixed daily consumption.

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