Dried Lavender Buds Xinjiang薰衣草 Xun Yi Cao 500g Aromatic Sachet Filler and Herbal Tea

Dried Lavender Buds, known in TCM as Xun Yi Cao (薰衣草), from Lavandula angustifolia, are the dried flower buds of lavender grown in Xinjiang, China. Traditionally associated with calming the spirit and easing tension in herbal practice, lavender is valued for its gentle fragrance and versatile use. In TCM understanding it is considered pungent in flavor and cool in nature. Commonly used for herbal tea, sachets, pillows, and bath blends, it should be stored cool and dry away from direct sunlight.

Key Selling Points

• Single-ingredient dried lavender flower buds with no additives
• Botanical source Lavandula angustifolia grown in Xinjiang China
• Known in TCM as Xun Yi Cao 薰衣草 with a long tradition in herbal wellness
• Dried and processed for lasting aroma suitable for sachets and pillows
• Popular filler for herbal tea blends baths and home fragrance crafts

Quality & Sensory

The buds typically show a muted purple to violet-grey color with a light dry texture. Aroma is typically sweet floral and herbaceous with soft camphor notes. When steeped the infusion typically tastes mildly floral with a gentle herbal finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a light herbal tea alone or blended with chamomile or rose
• Fill sachets and pillows for drawer and closet fragrance
• Add to warm bath water for a floral soak
• Use in potpourri and handmade candle or soap crafts

Traditional Uses

In traditional herbal practice lavender has long been used in Europe and later adopted in Chinese wellness circles for its calming floral aroma. It is traditionally associated with soothing the mind and supporting restful sleep. Common preparations include simple infusions blended with chamomile or rose petals, aromatic sleep pillows, and bath herbs. In TCM it is regarded as a gentle herb suitable for daily relaxation rituals rather than strong medicinal formulas.

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