Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup
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Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup

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Description

Nü Zhēn Zǐ (女贞子), botanically Ligustrum lucidum, is the dried ripe fruit of the glossy privet tree, a traditional food herb long revered in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Also known as Dong Qing Zi (冬青籽) and colloquially as Ji Yao Nü Zhen Zi, it has been prized for centuries as a gentle yin-nourishing and liver-kidney supporting herb. Its nature is sweet, slightly bitter, and cool, making it a mild yet nourishing botanical for moistening dryness, supporting the eyes, and harmonizing the Liver and Kidney channels.

Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup overview
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup overview
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup overview
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup overview

Key Selling Points

  • Traditional yin-nourishing food herb
  • Dried ripe fruit of Ligustrum lucidum
  • Naturally sun-dried, no additives
  • Suitable for tea, decoction, and soup
  • 500g value pack, powder service available
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup key features
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup key features
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup key features
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup key features

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is naturally sun-dried to preserve the fruit's deep purple-black color, wrinkled oval shape, and firm, slightly oily texture. The dried berries carry a mild, faintly sweet and earthy aroma. When decocted or steeped, they yield a gentle, subtly sweet and slightly bitter infusion with a smooth, rounded body that blends well with other herbs.

Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup quality and texture
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup quality and texture
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup quality and texture
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried Herb Fruit
Common Name Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Dong Qing Zi)
Botanical Name Ligustrum lucidum
Form Dried Whole Fruit / Powder Option
Net Weight 500g
Processing Naturally Sun-Dried
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup specifications
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup specifications
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup specifications
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Herbal tea blends
  • Traditional decoctions
  • Chinese-style soup and congee
  • Seasonal nourishment formulas
  • Daily wellness tea with other food herbs
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup in use
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup in use
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup in use
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup in use

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Nü Zhēn Zǐ is decocted into soups, congee, and longevity tonics to support daily nourishment and vitality. It is a common ingredient in traditional formulas paired with herbs like He Shou Wu, Goji Berry, and Chrysanthemum, and is often brewed as a daily tea for gentle, long-term wellness support. As a food herb, it also appears in medicinal food soup packs and seasonal congee recipes.

Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup preparation
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup preparation
Nü Zhēn Zǐ (Ligustrum lucidum) — Dried Glossy Privet Fruit, Food Herb for Tea & Soup preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is Nü Zhēn Zǐ?

A: Nü Zhēn Zǐ is the common Chinese name for the dried ripe fruit of Ligustrum lucidum, also called Glossy Privet Fruit or Dong Qing Zi. It is a traditional food herb used in tea, decoction, and soup.

Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Nü Zhēn Zǐ?

A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Nü Zhēn Zǐ is associated with nourishing yin, supporting the Liver and Kidney, and benefiting the eyes. It is often used in daily teas and soups for gentle, long-term nourishment.

Q: How do I use dried Nü Zhēn Zǐ?

A: Rinse the fruit and simmer it in water for a decoction, or brew it in hot water as part of a tea blend. It can also be added to soups and congee. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.

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Packaging specifications

Ligustrum lucidum 500g, Fried ligustrum lucidum 500g, Ligustrum lucidum powder 500g

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