About Cassia Tora Seeds
Cassia seed is the ripe seed of the annual plant Cassia obtusifolia Linn., or Cassia tora Linn., of the Leguminosae/Fabaceae family. The plant is native to the tropics. It grows wild in India.
This is an upright plant with compound leaves in groupings of six. Bears 20-cm pods which contain many cylindrical seeds. The seeds are also used as a mordant in dyeing. They can also be roasted and ground, used as a coffee substitute.
The seeds of Cassia Tora have been conventionally used throughout the Asian region for several centuries. Its roasted seeds have a favorable flavor, so it is used popularly as a tea in Korea. Cassia tora L. has been also prescribed in oriental herb medicine to treat night blindness, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and constipation
The seeds of Cassia Tora are rhombohedral and brown in color, about 30 to 50 in number. The plant bears flowers in the rainy season and fruits in the winter.
Premium Quality and Extended FreshnessOur Cassia Tora Seeds stand out for their impressive 90% purity and remarkable shelf life of 2 years. Carefully harvested from trusted sources in India, these brown seeds retain their freshness and nutritional value due to optimal processing methods. We make sure every batch meets food-grade standards and is ideal for a range of applications.
Versatile Usage Across IndustriesCassia Tora Seeds are not only valued in the food sector but also widely used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Their oil content makes them a versatile raw material. The seeds undergo thorough cleaning and grading to ensure they suit different industry needs while preserving their essential properties.
FAQs of Cassia Tora Seeds:
Q: How are Cassia Tora Seeds processed for export and food-grade use?
A: Cassia Tora Seeds are collected from trusted cultivators in India. They undergo cleaning, drying, and grading processes to remove impurities and excess moisture, ensuring a final product with 90% purity suitable for food-grade applications and export.
Q: What benefits do Cassia Tora Seeds offer for industrial and culinary applications?
A: Cassia Tora Seeds are rich in natural oils and compounds, making them useful for food preparation, thickening, and gelling. They are also widely utilized in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and animal feed due to their nutritional and functional properties.
Q: When is the best time to store and use Cassia Tora Seeds to maintain their quality?
A: It is advisable to store Cassia Tora Seeds in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight to maximize their two-year shelf life. Use them before the end of this period for optimal freshness and performance.
Q: Where are your Cassia Tora Seeds cultivated and produced?
A: Our Cassia Tora Seeds are cultivated in India using established farming practices and are processed at our state-of-the-art facilities to maintain their natural color, purity, and quality.
Q: What is the typical usage process for Cassia Tora Seeds in food and industry?
A: For food applications, Cassia Tora Seeds can be cleaned, roasted, and ground. In industrial uses, they are processed to extract oils or converted into powders for thickening, gelling, or as additives in various products.
Q: How does the moisture content affect the shelf life and quality of Cassia Tora Seeds?
A: A maximum moisture content of 9% helps protect the seeds from mold and degradation, thereby extending their shelf life to two years, provided proper storage guidelines are followed.