Xue Jian Chou (Acalypha australis) — Dried Food-Herb Aerial Parts, 500g Bulk
$4.90
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Description
Xue Jian Chou (Acalypha australis), also known as Tie Xian Cai (铁苋菜) or Asian Copperleaf, is the dried aerial part of a traditional food herb long used in Chinese herbal wellness practice. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it is known as Xuè Jiàn Chóu (血见愁), a name that reflects its traditional association with blood-related balance. Its nature is traditionally described as bitter, astringent, and neutral, making it a gentle yet focused herb used in decoctions and daily herbal preparations.




Key Selling Points
- Traditional food-herb aerial parts
- Known in TCM as Xue Jian Chou
- Acalypha australis botanical identity
- Sourced from Anhui, China
- 500g bulk loose dried herb




Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its natural green-brown color, leafy texture, and mild herbal aroma. When decocted, the herb yields a gently bitter, slightly astringent infusion with an earthy, grassy character typical of traditional leafy medicinal herbs.




Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Food-Herb Aerial Parts |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Xue Jian Chou / Tie Xian Cai |
| Botanical Name | Acalypha australis |
| Origin | Anhui, China |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Storage | Room temperature, cool and dry |




Usage Scenarios
- Traditional herbal decoction
- Herbal tea blends
- Medicinal food soup packs
- Daily food-herb preparation
- Bulk herbal pantry stocking




Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Xue Jian Chou is decocted alone or combined with other herbs in traditional formulas. It is also added to medicinal food soups and daily herbal teas, where it is valued for its traditional role in supporting balance. As a food-herb ingredient, it fits naturally into seasonal nourishment routines and home herbal preparations.




FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Xue Jian Chou?
A: Xue Jian Chou is the Chinese name for Acalypha australis, also called Tie Xian Cai or Asian Copperleaf. It is a traditional food herb whose dried aerial parts are used in decoctions and herbal preparations.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Xue Jian Chou?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Xue Jian Chou is described as bitter, astringent, and neutral, and is traditionally used in decoctions and herbal formulas for its balancing properties.
Q: How do I use dried Xue Jian Chou?
A: Rinse the herb and simmer it in water as a decoction, or add it to soup packs and tea blends. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.



Additional information
| Weight | 0.72 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 18 × 8 cm |
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