Wild Platycladus Seed Bai Zi Ren 500g Dried Herb for Tea and Decoction

Wild Platycladus Seed, known in TCM as Bai Zi Ren (柏子仁), from Platycladus orientalis. These dried seeds are harvested from the oriental arborvitae and carefully sun-dried. In TCM theory, Bai Zi Ren is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with the heart, kidney, and large intestine channels. It is commonly used in herbal teas, decoctions, and congee. Store frozen to preserve freshness.

Key Selling Points

• Wild-harvested Platycladus orientalis seeds, sun-dried to preserve natural character
• Known in TCM as Bai Zi Ren (柏子仁), a classic heart and kidney channel herb
• Traditionally used to nourish the heart and calm the spirit in TCM practice
• Versatile form suitable for herbal tea, decoction, or ground into powder
• Pre-packaged 500g lot with 12-month shelf life under frozen storage

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, oval, and pale yellowish-brown with a slightly oily texture. They carry a mild, nutty aroma. When simmered or steeped, the resulting liquid typically has a gentle, slightly sweet and fatty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into a traditional herbal decoction
• Steep as a mild daily herbal tea
• Cook into congee or porridge with rice
• Grind into powder for blending with other herbs

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Bai Zi Ren is traditionally used to nourish the heart, calm the spirit, and moisten the intestines. It is a common ingredient in classical formulas such as Yang Xin Tang and is often paired with Suan Zao Ren (酸枣仁) for restlessness or with He Shou Wu for dryness. Traditionally prepared by decoction, it is also added to congee for seasonal nourishment.

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