Euryale Seed - Qian Shi - Euryale ferox Semen - ND Grade

From China

A pond plant covered in thorns. Qian shi is the seed of prickly water lily, whose leaves float like enormous dark plates and whose every surface - leaf, stem, seed pod - carries spines. Harvesting it by hand is genuinely unpleasant work, which is part of why it has always cost what it does.

The same seed is makhana in India, where it is puffed like popcorn and eaten by the bowl. In China it stays a small hard pearl and goes into the pot. One plant, two countries, completely different habits.

How it is used: soaked, then simmered into congee, soups and dessert broths, often alongside lotus seed. Starchy and faintly sweet, with a firm bite that survives long cooking.

Euryale Seed – Euryale ferox Semen – Qian Shi – ND Grade

Botanical Name: Euryale ferox

Common Names: Euryale Seed / Qian Shi / 芡實

Grade: ND Grade (Independently tested for pesticides, sulfur, and heavy metals)

Origin: Grown and harvested in China

Product Overview

Euryale Seed, known as Qian Shi, is a time-honored ingredient widely featured in traditional East Asian soups, teas, and congee recipes.

Naturally firm with a mild, nutty taste, Qian Shi has been enjoyed for generations in seasonal cooking and home-style herbal preparations.

Our ND Grade Euryale Seeds are clean, food-grade, and free from sulfur, pesticides, and chemical additives, making them suitable for teas, decoctions, and traditional culinary blends.

How to Use

Tea & Decoction

• Simmer 10–20 g in water for 25–30 minutes.

• Commonly paired with Lotus Seed, Chinese Yam, or Goji Berry in classic traditional blends.

Soups & Congee

• Add a handful to soups, stews, or rice porridge for a soft, lightly nutty texture.

Culinary & Traditional Blends

• Often included in seasonal tonic soups and home-style herbal recipes across East Asia.

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

• ND Grade — independently tested for pesticides, sulfur, and heavy metals

• Free of additives and preservatives

• Naturally dried to preserve texture and flavor

• Food-grade ingredient

• Packed in resealable pouches for freshness

• Traceable to the growing region

• Suitable for soups, teas, congee, and traditional cooking

Traditional Context (TCM Framework)

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Qian Shi is traditionally described as sweet and astringent, and commonly featured in classic soups, porridges, and seasonal decoctions, where it contributes a grounding, harmonizing quality within traditional culinary practices.

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 under the guidance of 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.