Zou Mugua Slices (Chaenomeles speciosa) — Dried Chinese Quince Fruit for Tea & Soup

Zou Mugua Slices (Chaenomeles speciosa) are the dried fruit slices of a traditional food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Mù Guā (木瓜), specifically the Zou Mugua variety prized for its dense flesh and rich aroma. For centuries, Mugua has been valued as a sour, warming herb used to soothe the Liver, harmonize the Stomach, and relax the sinews. Its nature is sour and warm, making it a gentle yet effective herb for easing tension and supporting smooth digestion.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional food herb for soothing the Liver and harmonizing the Stomach
• Dried Zou Mugua fruit slices with dense flesh
• Chaenomeles speciosa botanical identity
• Suitable for tea, soup, and congee
• New-crop, sun-dried quality

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully sliced and dried to preserve its pale yellowish-brown color, firm texture, and distinctive fruity aroma. When decocted or simmered, the slices soften and release a pleasant sourness with a subtle sweetness, adding depth and a gentle tang to teas and broths.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Chinese-style herbal tea
• Soup and broth ingredient
• Congee and grain porridge
• Seasonal slow-cooking
• Herbal decoction blends

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Mugua is decocted into soups, teas, and congee to support daily wellness, particularly for soothing the Liver and easing occasional tension. It is a common ingredient in traditional soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like tangerine peel, hawthorn, and jujube. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with other herbs for a tart, refreshing infusion.

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