Dried Burdock Seed Niu Bang Zi 牛蒡子 Traditional Chinese Herb Clean Sifted 1 lb Bulk

Dried Burdock Seed, known in TCM as Niu Bang Zi (牛蒡子) and also called Da Li Zi (大力子), from Arctium lappa. These dried ripe fruits are clean and free of visible impurities, sun-dried for preservation. In TCM theory, burdock seed is pungent and bitter in flavor and cold in nature, traditionally associated with the lung and stomach channels. It is commonly used in herbal decoctions and teas. This is a food-grade agricultural product and is not intended to replace medical treatment.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Burdock Seed, the ripe fruit of Arctium lappa used in Chinese herbal practice
• Known in TCM as Niu Bang Zi (牛蒡子), also called Da Li Zi (大力子)
• Clean and sifted with no visible impurities, sun-dried processing
• Sourced from Gansu province, a recognized growing region for this herb
• Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and traditional formulas

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, flat, and grayish-brown with a slightly glossy surface. They have a mild, characteristic herbal aroma and a faint oily taste when chewed. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a light, slightly bitter and pungent herbal flavor.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Brew as a light herbal tea, often crushed or wrapped before steeping
• Combine with other herbs in seasonal wellness formulas
• Use in culinary herbal preparations at home

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Niu Bang Zi is traditionally used to disperse wind-heat, benefit the throat, and ease skin discomfort, and it frequently appears in classic formulas such as Yin Qiao San. It is often paired with herbs like Jin Yin Honeysuckle and Bo He mint in decoctions. Because the seed is oily, it is traditionally crushed or wrapped in cloth before decocting. It is commonly used in spring and autumn seasonal wellness routines.

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