Sichuan Pepper Seeds Jiao Mu 花椒籽 Dried Zanthoxylum Seeds for Foot Soak and Oil Pressing 500g

Sichuan Pepper Seeds, known in TCM as Jiao Mu (椒目), are the dried seeds of Zanthoxylum species, the pepper plant widely grown in China. Sold as a raw agricultural product, these sun-dried seeds are traditionally associated with warming and dispersing qualities in TCM theory. They are commonly used for external foot soaks and as a raw material for seed oil pressing. This product is not a substitute for medicine; consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Sichuan pepper seeds known in TCM as Jiao Mu 椒目
• Botanical source Zanthoxylum species from China
• Sun-dried whole seeds sold as raw agricultural produce
• Traditionally used for external foot soaks in folk practice
• Suitable raw material for home seed oil pressing

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, round, and dark brown to black with a hard outer coat and oily interior. They typically carry a faintly peppery, woody aroma. When soaked or simmered, the water typically takes on a mild warm-spice scent.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• External foot soak by simmering seeds in hot water
• Raw material for pressing pepper seed oil
• Culinary spice ingredient in small amounts
• Seasonal warming foot bath in folk practice

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Jiao Mu is traditionally associated with warming the interior and supporting the movement of water and dampness. In folk practice, the seeds are commonly simmered and used as a warm foot soak, especially in cold seasons. They have also been traditionally combined with other warming herbs such as ginger or mugwort leaves for external bathing. This listing describes traditional use only and does not imply medical effects.

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