Chinese Honey Locust Zao Jiao 皂角 Dried Gleditsia sinensis Pods Traditional Herbal Decoction Ingredient 500g
$11.92 – $16.92Price range: $11.92 through $16.92
Description
Chinese Honey Locust, known in TCM as Zao Jiao (皂角), from Gleditsia sinensis, offered as whole dried pods and cut segments. This traditional Chinese botanical is a raw herb sold as an edible agricultural product, dried and stored cool and dry. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with resolving phlegm and opening the orifices. Suitable for external washes and traditional preparations under professional guidance.



Key Selling Points
- Authentic Zao Jiao (皂角) dried honey locust pods sourced from China
- Botanical source Gleditsia sinensis, a classic TCM raw herb
- Available as whole pods or cut segments for flexible preparation
- Dried processing with 12-month shelf life when stored cool and dry
- Traditionally used in decoctions and external herbal washes



Quality & Sensory
Typically deep brown to reddish-brown pods with a hard, glossy surface and ridged texture. The aroma is characteristically pungent and slightly acrid. When decocted, the liquid is typically light brown with a sharp, saponin-like taste.



Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Raw Herb |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 皂角 |
| Pinyin | Zao Jiao |
| Botanical Name | Gleditsia sinensis |
| Plant Part | Dried fruit pod |
| Net Weight | 500g |



Usage Scenarios
- Traditional herbal decoction preparation
- External herbal wash for skin and hair care
- Ingredient in folk herbal formulas
- Natural cleaning and washing applications



Traditional Uses
In TCM, Zao Jiao is traditionally associated with resolving phlegm, opening the orifices, and dispelling wind. It has historically been prepared in small doses within formulas or used externally as a wash. Folk practice also used honey locust pods as a natural soap substitute for washing hair and textiles due to their natural saponin content.



FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: This is dried Chinese honey locust pod, known in TCM as Zao Jiao (皂角), from Gleditsia sinensis. It is sold as a raw edible agricultural product in 500g packs.
Q: What is it traditionally used for?
A: In TCM theory, Zao Jiao is traditionally associated with resolving phlegm and opening the orifices. It has also long been used externally as a natural cleansing wash.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It is typically decocted for traditional herbal use or boiled for external washes. Consult a qualified practitioner before internal use.

Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | selected large soap locust 500g shipped in whole piece, selected soap locust section 500g, selected large soap locust 1000g shipped in whole piece, selected soap locust section 1000g |
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