Castor Seeds Bi Ma Zi Dried Ricinus Communis Bulk Herbal Seeds 500g

Castor Seeds, known in TCM as Bi Ma Zi (蓖麻子), from Ricinus communis, are whole dried seeds harvested and sun-dried for herbal use. In TCM theory they are considered warm in nature with a sweet and pungent flavor, traditionally associated with external applications in folk practice. This bulk lot is sold as a raw agricultural product and is intended for traditional herbal preparation under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried castor seeds sold in bulk with wholesale pricing for larger quantities
• Botanical source Ricinus communis known in TCM as Bi Ma Zi 蓖麻子
• Sun-dried whole seeds in their natural unprocessed form
• Traditionally used in folk herbal practice for external applications
• Sourced from Anhui province and sold as a raw agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically smooth and glossy with a mottled brown and gray patterned coat and an oval shape. They have a mild neutral aroma and a firm dense texture when whole and dried.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional external herbal preparations under practitioner guidance
• Folk herbal formulations requiring whole castor seeds
• Herbal study and reference collections

Traditional Uses

In TCM and folk herbal practice, castor seeds have traditionally been crushed or prepared for external use, such as poultices and topical pastes applied to specific areas of the body. They were historically included in folk formulas for swelling and skin-related concerns. Because the raw seeds are considered unsuitable for internal consumption, traditional texts emphasize careful external preparation and professional supervision.

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