Dodder Seed Tu Si Zi 500g Dried Cuscuta Seeds for Wine Infusion Soup and Decoction

Dodder Seed, known in TCM as Tu Si Zi (菟丝子), from Cuscuta chinensis, is the dried mature seed of the dodder plant. These small, naturally sun-dried seeds are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with tonifying the kidney and securing essence in TCM theory. Slightly warm in nature with a pungent and sweet flavor, they are commonly used in herbal wine infusions, soups, and decoctions. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Tu Si Zi (菟丝子) seeds from Anhui, China
• Botanical source Cuscuta chinensis, naturally sun-dried whole seeds
• Traditionally used in TCM to tonify kidney yang and secure essence
• Versatile form suitable for herbal wine, soup, and decoction preparation
• Bulk-friendly 500g pack with 24-month shelf life when stored properly

Quality & Sensory

Typically small, round seeds with a grayish-brown to yellowish-brown surface and a hard, smooth texture. The aroma is mild and slightly nutty, and when decocted the seeds typically yield a subtle, earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in grain liquor or baijiu for traditional herbal wine infusion
• Add to slow-cooked soups and broths with other tonic herbs
• Simmer in decoctions according to traditional herbal formulas
• Cook into congee or porridge for seasonal nourishment

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Tu Si Zi is traditionally associated with the kidney, liver, and spleen channels and is valued for gently tonifying yang and securing essence. It is a common ingredient in classical formulas and is often paired with herbs such as Goji Berry (枸杞子) and Eucommia Bark (杜仲) in decoctions, wines, and congee, especially during autumn and winter.

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