Description
Cnidium / She Chuang Zi (Cnidium monnieri)
Cnidium Fruit/Seed Powder
Our Cnidium Fruit Powder (Cnidium monnieri) is made from the dried fruit of the Cnidium plant. Also known as She Chuang Zi, Cnidium has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine and traditional herbal preparations.
Cnidium belongs to the Apiaceae family, which includes familiar herbs such as parsley, fennel and celery. The plant produces small aromatic fruits that have traditionally been used as an herbal ingredient.
Traditional Herbal Use
Traditional Chinese herbal practices have used Cnidium fruit for generations. Herbal practitioners have traditionally included it in herbal preparations to support:
- Healthy skin
- Normal skin comfort
- General health and wellbeing
- Traditional herbal formulations
In addition, practitioners may combine Cnidium with other herbs as part of traditional formulas. Its long history of use makes it a popular choice for those interested in traditional Chinese herbal ingredients.
About Cnidium
Cnidium (Cnidium monnieri) is native to parts of Asia and produces small fruits that contain naturally occurring plant compounds. The dried fruit is commonly known by its Chinese name, She Chuang Zi.
Therefore, you may see this herb listed under several names, including Cnidium, Cnidium monnieri and She Chuang Zi. The terms generally refer to the same traditional herbal ingredient.
Our Cnidium powder provides the whole dried fruit in a simple form. You can use it as an ingredient in your own herbal preparations or formulations. We also offer Cnidium in capsule form for those who prefer a convenient, pre-measured option.
Powder and Capsules
Choose the fruit/seed powder when you want to work with the whole dried herb in your own herbal preparations. Alternatively, our Cnidium capsules provide a convenient option without the need to measure or prepare the powder.
