Cassia Seed (Dry-fried) - Cassia obtusifolia Semen - Jue Ming Zi (Chao) - Organic Grade

From China

Pillow filling, and a tea. Jue ming zi is the small hard seed of a sicklepod, and one of its most ordinary uses in China has nothing to do with drinking it - whole seeds are packed into pillows by the kilo, because they hold their shape, stay cool through the night and make a particular soft rattle when you turn over.

These are dry-fried, which is the traditional preparation: the raw seed is roasted in a wok until it cracks and starts to smell faintly of coffee. That step is what makes the seed give anything up to hot water at all. Bottled roasted cassia seed tea is sold across China.

How it is used: a spoonful of the roasted seeds steeped in hot water for several minutes. Dark and faintly bitter, close to a weak coffee, and it re-steeps well.

Cassia Seed (Dry-Fried) – Cassia obtusifolia Semen – Jue Ming Zi (Chao) – Organic Grade

Botanical Name: Cassia obtusifolia Semen

Common Names: Cassia Seed / Jue Ming Zi (Chao) / 决明子（炒

Grade: Organic Grade

Origin: Grown and harvested in China

Product Overview

Jue Ming Zi (Dry-Fried Cassia Seed) is a traditional botanical widely featured in East Asian herbal tea culture and classical preparation methods.

The dry-frying process (Chao) follows a time-honored technique in traditional herbal kitchens, gently roasting the seeds to enhance their aroma, color, and toasted character.

Our Organic Grade Cassia Seed is naturally cultivated, dry-fried without additives, and low-temperature dried to preserve its clean flavor and traditional qualities—ideal for tea, decoctions, and wellness-inspired blends.

How to Use

Tea & Decoction

• Simmer 6–12 g in water for 15–20 minutes.

• Commonly blended with other traditional botanicals in herbal tea preparations.

Soups & Broths

• Add a small amount to light soups or broths for a subtle roasted, earthy note.

Culinary & Traditional Blends

• Frequently included in home-style herbal tea mixes and seasonal traditional recipes.

Intended Use & Preparation

• Not for direct consumption in dry form.

• To be prepared and consumed as tea, decoction, or soup.

• Bring to a boil and simmer for at least 15 minutes for traditional decoctions, or steep in hot water for an extended period when used as tea.

Features

• Certified Organic

• Dry-fried (Chao) traditional processing

• Free of sulfur, pesticides, and chemical additives

• Low-temperature dried to preserve aroma and character

• Packed in resealable pouches for freshness

• Traceable to the growing region

• Suitable for teas, decoctions, and traditional herbal cooking

Traditional Context (TCM Framework)

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Jue Ming Zi (Chao) is traditionally described as toasted, aromatic, and balanced in character within classical frameworks.

It is featured in traditional herbal tea culture and seasonal preparations, where it contributes a roasted, grounding element to traditional blends.

Important Notes

• Sold as a raw food-grade ingredient, not a finished dietary supplement.

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

• Best used with guidance from a trained herbal practitioner.

• These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.