Dried Sophora Flower Buds Huai Hua 槐花 500g Wild-Harvested Raw Herb for Tea and Decoction

Dried Sophora Flower Buds, known in TCM as Huai Hua (槐花), from Sophora japonica. These dried flowers are traditionally associated with cooling properties in Chinese herbal practice. In TCM theory, Huai Hua is considered bitter in flavor and slightly cold in nature, traditionally linked to the liver and large intestine channels. A versatile raw botanical for herbal teas, decoctions, and culinary preparations.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Sophora japonica flower buds, a classic TCM raw herb
• Known as Huai Hua (槐花) in Traditional Chinese Medicine
• Traditionally valued for its cooling nature in herbal practice
• Sun-dried whole flower buds, carefully processed and packaged
• Suitable for herbal teas, decoctions, and seasonal culinary use

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellow to light brown in color with a delicate, slightly curled flower-bud texture. The aroma is typically mild and faintly floral, and brewed Huai Hua yields a light, gently bitter taste with a subtle sweetness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a light herbal tea, alone or blended with other flowers
• Simmer in decoctions according to traditional herbal formulas
• Add to congee or seasonal dishes in traditional culinary practice
• Use in spring and summer herbal preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Huai Hua is traditionally used in decoctions and herbal teas, often paired with herbs such as Dan Shen or prepared with honey in classical formulas. It is traditionally associated with spring and summer use, when its cooling character is considered most suitable. Folk practice also includes adding the flowers to congee or using them in seasonal food preparations.

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