Dried Corn Silk Yu Mi Xu 玉米须 Loose Herbal Tea Ingredient 500g

Dried Corn Silk, known in TCM as Yu Mi Xu (玉米须), from Zea mays. This product consists of the dried styles and stigmas of the corn plant, a traditional herbal ingredient valued in TCM for its sweet, neutral nature and its association with the Kidney and Liver channels. Traditionally used to support urinary wellness and as a gentle daily tea. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Identified in TCM as Yu Mi Xu (玉米须), the dried styles and stigmas of Zea mays
• Traditional herbal ingredient associated with the Kidney and Liver channels
• Dried and sun-cured for a light, naturally sweet herbal tea
• Loose dried form suitable for decoctions, teas, and soups
• Farm-sourced from mainland China and packed for everyday herbal use

Quality & Sensory

The dried corn silk typically appears as fine, thread-like strands in pale yellow to light brown tones. It has a mild, grassy aroma and a soft, fibrous texture. When brewed, the tea is typically light-bodied with a gentle, subtly sweet and earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed as a simple herbal tea
• Simmered in decoctions with other herbs
• Added to soups or congee
• Used as a light seasonal drink

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Yu Mi Xu is traditionally associated with the Kidney and Liver channels and is often used in decoctions or daily teas to support urinary wellness. It is commonly simmered alone or paired with herbs such as Fu Ling or Che Qian Cao. Folk practice also includes adding it to soups and congee for gentle seasonal support.

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