Dried Horsetail Herb Mu Zei 500g Natural Sun Dried Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient

Dried Horsetail Herb, known in TCM as Mu Zei (木贼), from Equisetum hyemale. These naturally sun-dried aerial stems are a classic Chinese herbal botanical traditionally valued for their cooling nature and association with the Liver and Lung channels in TCM theory. Commonly prepared as a decoction or herbal tea, this 500g pack suits home herbal cabinets and traditional wellness routines. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Mu Zei (木贼) dried horsetail herb sourced from Jilin, China
• Botanical source Equisetum hyemale with naturally sun-dried aerial stems
• Traditionally associated in TCM with cooling properties and Liver and Lung channel entry
• Generous 500g bulk pack suitable for decoctions, teas, and herbal blends
• Sold as a food-grade agricultural product with 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Typically the dried stems appear slender, hollow, and jointed with a pale green to yellowish-green color and a dry, brittle texture. The aroma is mild and grassy, and when decocted the liquid typically carries a light, slightly astringent herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a traditional herbal decoction
• Brew as a light herbal tea, alone or with other botanicals
• Add to customized herbal formulas and blends
• Use in seasonal wellness and daily herbal routines

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Mu Zei is traditionally associated with dispersing wind-heat and supporting clear vision and eye comfort. It has long been prepared as a single-herb decoction or combined with herbs such as Ju Hua (chrysanthemum) and Sang Ye (mulberry leaf) in traditional eye-supporting formulas. It is also used in folk practice as a mild seasonal tea during warm months.

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