Zhi Ju Zi Dried Hovenia Dulcis Seeds 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient

Zhi Ju Zi (枳椇子), the dried seed of Hovenia dulcis, is a classic raw herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. In TCM theory it is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with the heart and spleen channels. These whole seeds are sold as a simple edible agricultural product, suitable for herbal teas, decoctions, and culinary preparations. Store in a cool, dry place and use as part of a balanced lifestyle.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Zhi Ju Zi seeds from Hovenia dulcis, a recognized TCM herb
• Chinese name 枳椇子 with pinyin Zhi Ju Zi, also known as Gua Zao
• Traditionally used in TCM as a sweet neutral seed for herbal decoctions and teas
• Raw whole-seed form with no further processing, ideal for home preparation
• 500g pack sourced from Shaanxi, suitable for daily herbal and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, flattened, and dull brown to reddish-brown with a hard, smooth surface. They have a mild, slightly sweet aroma, and when simmered or steeped they typically yield a light, gently sweet herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
• Steep as a mild daily herbal tea
• Add to soups and slow-cooked broths
• Cook into congee or grain porridges
• Blend with other herbs in seasonal culinary recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Zhi Ju Zi is traditionally valued as a sweet, neutral seed and is often decocted on its own or combined with other herbs such as Ge Hua (kudzu flower) in classic pairings. It has long been used in folk herbalism for soothing drinks and restorative soups, and is a common ingredient in autumn and winter wellness decoctions prepared at home.

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