Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) — Dried Food Herb Seeds, Washed & Unsulfured, 500g
Price range: $5.32 through $5.42
Description
Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis) are the dried ripe seeds of a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Tù Sī Zǐ (菟丝子). For centuries, Tu Si Zi has been prized as a gentle, kidney-nourishing, and essence-replenishing herb, traditionally used to support the Liver and Kidney, fortify the lower back and knees, and promote healthy vision. Its nature is sweet, slightly warm, and balancing, making it a mild yet profoundly nourishing herb for long-term daily wellness. This batch is sourced from Inner Mongolia, naturally sun-dried, and water-washed without sulfur fumigation.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional Kidney- and Liver-nourishing food herb
- Sourced from Inner Mongolia, naturally sun-dried
- Water-washed, no sulfur fumigation
- Cuscuta chinensis seeds, 500g bulk pack
- Suitable for tea, congee, and herbal tonics
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully water-washed and sun-dried to preserve its small, round seed form, pale brown to grayish-brown color, and clean, faintly earthy aroma. The seeds are firm and smooth in texture. When decocted or simmered, they release a mild, slightly sweet and nutty flavor, yielding a gentle, light-bodied infusion that blends well with other herbs.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Seeds |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Tu Si Zi |
| Botanical Name | Cuscuta chinensis |
| Origin | Inner Mongolia |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Naturally Sun-Dried, Water-Washed, Unsulfured |
Usage Scenarios
- Herbal tea and decoction blends
- Congee and grain porridge
- Traditional soup and tonic formulas
- Daily wellness tea with goji berry and jujube
- Seasonal kidney-nourishing food therapy
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Tu Si Zi is decocted into soups, congee, and longevity tonics to support the Kidney and Liver, nourish essence, and promote daily vitality. It is a common ingredient in traditional kidney-tonifying formulas, where it pairs with ingredients like goji berry, Chinese yam, and dodder seed blends. As a daily tea, it is simmered alone or combined with wolfberry and jujube for a mild, slightly sweet infusion that fits into seasonal nourishment routines.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Tu Si Zi?
A: Tu Si Zi is the common Chinese name for the dried ripe seeds of Cuscuta chinensis, a traditional food herb used in TCM for kidney and liver nourishment. It is also known as Dodder Seed.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Tu Si Zi?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Tu Si Zi is associated with nourishing the Kidney and Liver, replenishing essence, and supporting the lower back, knees, and vision. It is often used in soups, congee, and daily teas for long-term nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Tu Si Zi seeds?
A: Rinse the seeds and simmer them in water for tea or decoction, or add them to congee and soup. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Selected washed cuscuta 500g, Optional washed cuscuta 500g |
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