Cassia Seed Jue Ming Zi Dried Whole Seeds 500g Bulk Herbal Decoction Ingredient

Cassia Seed, known in TCM as Jue Ming Zi (决明子), is the dried mature seed of Cassia obtusifolia, a fruit-class botanical supplied as loose whole seeds. In TCM theory it is sweet, bitter, and slightly cold, traditionally associated with the liver and large intestine channels. It is commonly simmered as a daily herbal tea or added to decoctions. Store in a cool dry place away from moisture and pests.

Key Selling Points

• Dried whole Cassia Seed fruit-class botanical sold in loose bulk form
• Botanical source Cassia obtusifolia with Chinese name Jue Ming Zi 决明子
• Traditionally valued in TCM for daily herbal tea and decoction use
• Processed using traditional methods and packed in a 500g bag
• Sourced from Hebei with 24-month shelf life under cool dry storage

Quality & Sensory

Typically the seeds are small, hard, and angular, with a glossy brownish-green to tan surface and a faint grainy aroma. When simmered or roasted, they typically yield a light amber infusion with a mildly bitter, slightly nutty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a simple daily herbal tea
• Add to herbal decoctions with other botanicals
• Blend into grain congee or culinary recipes
• Use in seasonal herbal drink preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Jue Ming Zi is traditionally used in daily herbal teas, often lightly roasted before simmering to soften its flavor. It is a common ingredient in decoction blends and is traditionally paired with chrysanthemum or goji berry in seasonal wellness drinks. Folk practice also includes adding it to congee or cooling summer beverages.

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