Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Washed Dodder Seed, 500g Food Herb for Tea & Tonic Blends
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Description
Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis), also known as Dodder Seed or Chinese Dodder, is the dried, water-washed seed of a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Tù Sī Zǐ (菟丝子). For centuries, Tu Si Zi has been prized as a gentle, kidney-and-liver-nourishing herb, traditionally used to support essence, strengthen the lower back and knees, and brighten the eyes. Its nature is warm, sweet, and slightly pungent, making it a mild yet deeply nourishing seed that harmonizes the Kidney, Liver, and Spleen channels.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional Kidney- and Liver-nourishing food herb
- Water-washed, clean new-crop Dodder Seed
- Cuscuta chinensis, 500g bulk pack
- Pairs well with Wu Wei Zi and Goji Berry
- Suitable for daily teas, congee, and tonic soups
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully water-washed and sun-dried to preserve its small, round shape, pale brown-to-tan color, and faintly nutty, earthy aroma. The seeds feel smooth and slightly glossy in the hand. When simmered or steeped, they release a mild, subtly sweet and nutty flavor with a soft, starchy body, blending smoothly into teas, congee, and broths without overpowering other ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Food Herb Seed |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Tu Si Zi (Dodder Seed) |
| Botanical Name | Cuscuta chinensis |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Origin | Anhui Province, China |
| Storage | Cool, dry place; 12-month shelf life |
Usage Scenarios
- Daily herbal tea, alone or blended with Wu Wei Zi
- Congee and grain porridge
- Tonic soups and slow-simmered broths
- Herbal tonic formulas and longevity blends
- Seasonal winter nourishment
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Tu Si Zi is decocted into soups, congee, and longevity tonics to support daily vitality, nourish the Kidney and Liver, and promote a sense of grounded strength. It is a classic companion to Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra) in warming daily teas, and is often simmered with goji berry, jujube, and Chinese yam in seasonal winter congee. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other gentle food herbs for a mild, nutty infusion that fits easily into a daily wellness routine.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Tu Si Zi?
A: Tu Si Zi is the common Chinese name for the dried, water-washed seeds of Cuscuta chinensis, also called Dodder Seed or Chinese Dodder. It is a traditional food herb used in teas, congee, and tonic soups.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Tu Si Zi?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Tu Si Zi is associated with nourishing the Kidney and Liver, supporting essence, and gently warming the body. It is often used in daily teas and congee for seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use Tu Si Zi seeds?
A: Rinse the seeds and simmer them in soups or congee, or steep them in hot water as part of a tea blend, often paired with Wu Wei Zi or goji berry. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 22 × 16 × 8 cm |
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