White Pharbitis Seed Qian Niu Zi 牵牛子 Dried Morning Glory Seeds Traditional Chinese Herb 1kg Bag

White Pharbitis Seeds, known in TCM as Qian Niu Zi (牵牛子) or Bai Chou (白丑), from the dried seeds of Pharbitis nil or Pharbitis hederacea. These small, hard seeds are a classic Chinese herbal material traditionally associated with promoting water metabolism and supporting digestive regularity in TCM theory. Sold as a raw agricultural product in a 1kg bag, they are intended for traditional herbal preparation by experienced users.

Key Selling Points

• Dried white Pharbitis seeds, a classic raw Chinese herbal material
• Known in TCM as Qian Niu Zi (牵牛子), also called Bai Chou (白丑)
• Sourced from Hebei province, a recognized region for Chinese herbal trade
• Supplied as a 1kg bag of whole dried seeds for herbal preparation
• Traditionally used in TCM practice for water metabolism and digestive support

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-white to grayish-white, the seeds are small, hard, and slightly flattened with a smooth surface. They have little aroma when dry and a characteristically acrid taste; traditionally they are decocted rather than eaten directly.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Prepared as a traditional herbal decoction by experienced practitioners
• Ground and used in classical TCM formulas under professional guidance
• Stored as a bulk raw herb for herbal shops and apothecaries
• Used in traditional external applications in folk herbal practice

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Qian Niu Zi is considered acrid and bitter with a cold nature, traditionally associated with the lung, kidney, and large intestine channels. It has historically been used to promote urination, reduce water retention, and support bowel movement in classical formulas. Traditionally it is decocted or ground into powder and often paired with other herbs; use is traditionally cautious and short-term under professional guidance.

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