酸棗仁為酸棗的乾燥成熟種子，是傳統本草中常見的種子類藥材，經採收、去除果肉、取仁及乾燥後使用。
Suan Zao Ren, commonly known as Spine Date Seed, refers to the dried mature seeds of the sour jujube. It is a traditional herbal material prepared by harvesting, removing the fruit pulp, collecting the seeds and drying them.
認識一味藥材，了解一段草本文化
Discover an Herb, Explore a Story of Herbal Culture
酸棗仁｜一顆與「安睡」相連的草本種子
Suan Zao Ren | A Traditional Seed Associated with Restful Sleep
在眾多傳統藥材之中，酸棗仁並不是以鮮艷的外觀取勝，而是藏在一顆小小的果實之中。酸棗成熟後，果實內的種子經過取出、清理及乾燥，便成為我們熟悉的酸棗仁。
酸棗仁外形多呈扁圓形或橢圓形，表面呈黃褐色至紅褐色，大小細小而質地堅實。在傳統本草文化中，酸棗仁最廣為人熟悉的特色，便是與「養心安神」及睡眠相關的傳統應用。
它常與其他草本材料搭配，用於傳統安神類配方之中，亦因此在草本文化裡留下了「夜間安靜、心神得養」的印象。
一顆藏在果實裡的小小種子，經過乾燥後成為傳統本草中的重要種子類藥材，也承載著人們對安穩休息的樸素願望。
Among traditional herbal materials, Suan Zao Ren is not recognised for a striking appearance, but rather for the small seed hidden inside the fruit. After the sour jujube matures, its seeds are removed from the fruit, cleaned and dried to become the Suan Zao Ren used in traditional herbal preparations.
The seeds are generally flat and oval or rounded in shape, with a yellowish-brown to reddish-brown surface and a firm texture. In traditional herbal culture, Suan Zao Ren is best known for its traditional association with nourishing the Heart and supporting calm and restful sleep.
It is often combined with other herbs in traditional preparations associated with calming and relaxation, giving this small seed a distinctive place in herbal culture.
A tiny seed hidden within a fruit becomes an important traditional herbal material after careful drying, carrying an enduring connection with the simple wish for peaceful rest.
本草特性
Herbal Properties
平性藥材
Neutral-Natured Herb
傳統中醫理論認為，
酸棗仁屬平性藥材，性質較為平和。
According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, Suan Zao Ren is considered neutral in nature and relatively gentle.
養心安神
Nourishing the Heart & Supporting Calm
傳統上用於養心安神，幫助舒緩心神，支持安穩休息。
Traditionally used to nourish the Heart and support a calm state, helping promote restful relaxation.
寧心助眠
Supporting Restful Sleep
傳統上用於寧心助眠相關的草本配方，常見於睡眠及休息相關的傳統調理。
Traditionally used in herbal preparations associated with calming the mind and supporting restful sleep.
減少出汗
Helping Reduce Excessive Sweating
傳統上用於容易出汗的情況，
幫助維持正常的出汗狀態。
從草本植物，到一味藥材
From Plant To Herb
each herb goes through a series of steps — from harvesting and processing to inspection and selection.
從藥材到日常
From Herb To Daily Life
日常湯品
Herbal Soup
草本配方
Herbal Blends
保存方法 Storage
置於陰涼乾燥處，密封保存，避免陽光直射，以保持藥材乾燥與品質。
Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight, to help maintain freshness and quality.
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