Dried Platycladus Seed Bai Zi Ren Bulk Whole Seeds Traditional Herbal Ingredient 500g

Dried Platycladus Seed, known in TCM as Bai Zi Ren (柏子仁), from Platycladus orientalis. These plump whole seeds are sun-dried and sold loose as a raw herbal ingredient. In TCM theory Bai Zi Ren is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with the heart, kidney, and large intestine channels. Traditionally used in decoctions, congee, and herbal formulas. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from light.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Platycladus orientalis seeds with plump, full kernels
• Known in TCM as Bai Zi Ren (柏子仁), a classic calming and moistening seed herb
• Sun-dried processing with no further treatment, sold as loose bulk seeds
• Traditionally used in decoctions, congee, and herbal formulas
• New-crop seeds packed in a 500g loose bulk bag

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-brown seeds with a small pale kernel at the center, plump and full in shape. The seeds have a mild, oily, nutty aroma and a soft, oily texture when crushed. When simmered in congee or decoctions they typically yield a mild, slightly nutty and fatty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into herbal congee with rice and other grains
• Add to traditional decoctions and herbal formulas
• Combine with other seeds and herbs in slow-cooked soups
• Grind into powder for use in traditional herbal preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Bai Zi Ren is traditionally associated with nourishing the heart and calming the spirit, and with moistening the intestines. It is a common ingredient in classical formulas such as Yang Xin Tang and is often paired with Suan Zao Ren (sour jujube seed) and Fu Ling (poria). Traditionally simmered in congee or decocted with other herbs, especially in autumn and winter routines.

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