Lettuce Seed Sheng Cai Zi 生菜子 Dried Raw Herb for Decoction 500g Bag

Lettuce Seed, known in TCM as Sheng Cai Zi (生菜子), is the dried mature seed of Lactuca sativa, a common leafy vegetable in the daisy family. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting restful sleep, and it is typically prepared by decoction. This listing is a plain dried seed product sold as a food-grade agricultural item and is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Dried whole lettuce seed sold in its natural unprocessed form
• Identified in TCM as Sheng Cai Zi (生菜子) from Lactuca sativa
• Sourced from Hebei province as a food-grade agricultural product
• Traditionally used in decoctions and herbal teas in Chinese folk practice
• Packed in a 500g bag suitable for bulk buyers and resellers

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, slender, and dark brown to black with a dry, firm texture and a mild, faintly nutty aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a light, slightly bitter herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into a traditional seed decoction
• Brewed as a mild herbal seed tea
• Blended into herbal formulas by practitioners
• Stored as a pantry staple for seasonal herbal use

Traditional Uses

In TCM folk practice, lettuce seed has traditionally been used in simple decoctions and seed teas, often prepared by simmering the seeds in water. It is traditionally associated with clearing heat and calming the spirit, and it has been used in northern China as a household remedy during warm seasons. Preparation methods and pairings vary by regional custom.

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