Hu Ma Ren Flax Seed Dried Chinese Herb 1kg Bag Wholesale Bulk Supply

Hu Ma Ren (胡麻仁), the dried ripe seed of Linum usitatissimum, is a classic bulk Chinese botanical supplied as whole raw seeds in a 1kg bag. In TCM theory it is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with moistening the intestines. Store in a cool dry place and use as a raw herbal ingredient.

Key Selling Points

• Dried whole Hu Ma Ren seeds sold as raw Chinese herbal material
• Botanical source Linum usitatissimum with Chinese name 胡麻仁 and pinyin Hu Ma Ren
• Traditionally associated in TCM with moistening the intestines
• Supplied in a 1kg sealed bag suitable for bulk buyers and resellers
• Sourced from Shanxi with a 2-year shelf life when stored cool and dry

Quality & Sensory

Typically flat glossy brown seeds with a smooth oily texture and a mild nutty aroma. When ground or lightly toasted they typically release a gentle nutty flavor suited to culinary and herbal preparations.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Ground and added to congee or porridge in traditional home preparation
• Blended into herbal decoction formulas by practitioners
• Used in culinary recipes as a seed ingredient
• Incorporated into seasonal food and wellness preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Hu Ma Ren is traditionally used to moisten the intestines and is traditionally associated with supporting regular bowel function in dryness patterns. It is commonly decocted with other moistening herbs such as Dang Gui or Xing Ren in classic formulas, or ground into meals and porridges in folk dietary use.

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