Dried Garden Balsam Seeds Ji Xing Zi 急性子 Impatiens balsamina Traditional Chinese Herb 500g Bag

Dried Garden Balsam Seeds, known in TCM as Ji Xing Zi (急性子), from Impatiens balsamina, the seeds of the Impatiens plant also called Feng Xian Hua (凤仙花) or Zhi Jia Hua (指甲花). In TCM theory these small seeds are traditionally associated with moving qi and softening hardness. Sold as whole dried seeds in their natural form, they are typically used in decoctions under the guidance of a qualified herbal practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried seeds of Impatiens balsamina in natural unprocessed form
• Known in TCM as Ji Xing Zi (急性子) from the Feng Xian Hua plant
• Traditionally used in Chinese herbal decoctions and formulas
• Sourced from origin supply with 36-month shelf life when stored cool and dry
• Sold as a 500g bag of raw edible agricultural produce

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, flattened, and brownish in color with a hard outer coat and dry, firm texture. They have little aroma, and when decocted they typically impart a mild, slightly earthy taste to the liquid.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Prepared as a traditional herbal decoction
• Used as an ingredient in prescribed herbal formulas
• Stored as a raw botanical for herbalist dispensing
• Incorporated into seasonal herbal preparations in small amounts

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Ji Xing Zi is traditionally associated with promoting the movement of qi and blood and softening accumulations, and it has appeared in classical decoctions and folk preparations. It is traditionally combined with other herbs such as San Leng and E Zhu in formulas aimed at stagnation patterns. Use is traditionally short-term and always under professional guidance.

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