Xiang Chun Zi (Toona sinensis Seeds) — Dried Food Herb, 500g
$5.16
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Description
Xiang Chun Zi (Toona sinensis) are the dried seeds of the Chinese Mahogany tree, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Xiāng Chūn Zǐ (香椿子) and also called Chun Shu Zi or Xiang Ling Zi. For generations, this lesser-known food herb has been prized as a warming, wind-dispelling seed used in decoctions and folk formulas to ease cold-type discomfort and support smooth circulation. Its nature is warm and its flavor is bitter and pungent, making it a focused herb traditionally associated with dispersing cold and calming internal wind.

Key Selling Points
- Traditional food herb: Toona sinensis seeds
- Sun-dried, clean, new-crop quality
- Known in TCM as Xiang Chun Zi (香椿子)
- 500g value pack for decoctions and blends
- Also available as custom-milled powder

Quality & Sensory
Each batch is sun-dried to preserve the seeds' light brown to tan color, firm texture, and faint woody, slightly resinous aroma. When decocted, they release a mild, subtly bitter and pungent infusion with an earthy finish, best balanced with jujube or licorice in a blended formula.

Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Seeds |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Xiang Chun Zi |
| Botanical Name | Toona sinensis |
| Form | Whole Dried Seeds (Powder Available) |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Sun-Dried |

Usage Scenarios
- Traditional herbal decoctions
- Blended herbal tea formulas
- Folk warming soup and tonic recipes
- Custom-milled herbal powder blends
- Seasonal cold-weather nourishment

Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Xiang Chun Zi is decocted alone or in combination with warming herbs such as ginger, jujube, and licorice to support the body during cold, damp seasons. It appears in regional folk formulas for dispersing cold, easing wind-related discomfort, and supporting comfortable movement. Some households simmer it into warming soups and tonic broths, while others grind it into powder for daily tea blends.

FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Xiang Chun Zi?
A: Xiang Chun Zi is the common Chinese name for the dried seeds of Toona sinensis, the Chinese Mahogany tree. It is a traditional food herb used in decoctions and folk formulas.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Xiang Chun Zi?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Xiang Chun Zi is associated with dispersing cold, dispelling wind, and supporting smooth circulation. It is often used in warming decoctions and seasonal tonics.
Q: How do I use dried Xiang Chun Zi?
A: Rinse the seeds and simmer them in water as a decoction, or blend them with other herbs such as ginger and jujube. They can also be custom-milled into powder for tea blends. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.72 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 18 × 8 cm |
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