Song Hua Fen (Pine Pollen) (Fine powder, light yellow, smooth to the touch, fine particles that are light and easily fly away, does not sink in water)
[Naming]
[Source]
Supplementary Records (別錄) – Superior Class – Pine
[Common Usage Level]
F
[Botanical Origin]
It is the pollen of *Pinus massoniana* Lamb., *Pinus tabulaeformis* Carr., or other plants of the same genus, all belonging to the Pinaceae family.
[Characteristics]
Light yellow fine powder. When observed under a magnifying glass, it appears as uniform small round particles. It is light and airy, easily scattered, and feels smooth to the touch. It does not sink in water. It has a faint fragrance and a slightly oily taste.
[Identification]
The best quality is light, fine, light yellow in color, delicate, free of impurities, and has good flowability.
[Category]
Flower Category