Dried Millet Sprout Gu Ya 谷芽 Whole Herb Bulk 1kg Bag for Decoction and Herbal Tea

Dried Millet Sprout, known in TCM as Gu Ya (谷芽), also called Su Ya or Nie Mi, is the dried sprouted grain of Setaria italica. This whole-form raw herb is traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels and is valued in TCM for its mild sweet nature. Commonly decocted or simmered in herbal formulas, it is a simple pantry botanical for traditional wellness use.

Key Selling Points

• Whole-form dried millet sprout supplied as a raw Chinese botanical
• Known in TCM as Gu Ya 谷芽 with pinyin Gu Ya and grain sprout form
• Traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels in TCM theory
• Mild sweet character suited to decoctions, congee, and herbal blends
• 1kg per bag with 12-month shelf life when stored cool and dry

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale golden to light yellow sprouted grains with a dry, firm texture and a faint grain-like aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a mild, slightly sweet cereal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to congee or grain porridge
• Blended into multi-herb soup packs
• Brewed as a mild grain-based herbal tea

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gu Ya is traditionally used to support the middle burner and is a common ingredient in digestive-style formulas alongside herbs such as Mai Ya and Shen Qu. It is often simmered in decoctions or cooked with grains in congee. Sprouted grain herbs are also used in seasonal food therapy, particularly after rich meals.

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