Platycladus Seed Bi Zi Ren 500g Dried Platycladus orientalis Seed for Decoction and Culinary Use

Dried Platycladus Seed, known in TCM as Bai Zi Ren (柏子仁), from Platycladus orientalis. These dehulled seed kernels are supplied as whole dried botanical material from Hebei. 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, it is a culinary-grade raw herb for traditional preparation. Not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Bai Zi Ren (柏子仁) dried Platycladus seed kernels in natural whole form
• Botanical source Platycladus orientalis, a classic TCM seed herb
• Sourced from Hebei, a recognized production region for this herb
• Dehulled kernels supplied as unprocessed raw botanical material
• Suited for decoction, congee, and traditional culinary preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-white kernels with a mild oily texture and a faint nutty aroma. When decocted or cooked, the seeds typically impart a gentle, slightly sweet and fatty taste. Color and aroma may vary naturally between batches.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into herbal decoctions with other TCM herbs
• Cooked into congee or porridge for traditional dietary use
• Added to soups as part of traditional culinary recipes
• Ground or crushed for use in traditional herbal preparations

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine practice, Bai Zi Ren is traditionally associated with nourishing the heart and calming the spirit, and is traditionally used in formulas for restlessness and insomnia, as well as for moistening the intestines. It is commonly decocted with herbs such as Suan Zao Ren (酸枣仁) or Fu Shen (茯苓), or cooked into congee. Traditionally prepared by crushing the kernels before decoction to release their oils.

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