Cotton Seed Mian Zi 500g Dried Whole Seeds for Culinary and Traditional Herbal Use

Cotton Seed, known in TCM as Mian Zi (棉籽), is the dried seed of Gossypium hirsutum, offered here as whole raw seeds from Anhui. Traditionally associated with warming and tonifying qualities in folk herbal practice, these seeds are sold as an edible agricultural product for culinary preparation. Store sealed in a cool dry place and use as part of a balanced lifestyle.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried cotton seeds sold as an edible agricultural product
• Botanical source Gossypium hirsutum with Chinese name Mian Zi 棉籽
• Sourced from Anhui province with 24-month shelf life
• Traditional folk herb valued in Chinese herbal practice
• 500g pack suitable for culinary and herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

The seeds typically appear dark brown to blackish with a smooth, oval shape and firm texture. They carry a mild, nutty, slightly earthy aroma, and when cooked or roasted they typically develop a gentle, oily, nutty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Roasted or cooked as a traditional culinary ingredient
• Ground and added to congee or porridge in folk recipes
• Used in traditional herbal decoctions under practitioner guidance
• Stored as a pantry staple for seasonal food preparation

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese folk practice, cotton seed has been used as a warming tonic, often prepared by roasting or cooking before use. It was traditionally incorporated into decoctions or food preparations, sometimes paired with other warming herbs. In TCM theory it is associated with kidney yang support, and it was historically valued in rural seasonal diets. Not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women.

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