Shi Di (Diospyros kaki) Dried Persimmon Calyx — Traditional Food Herb for Tea & Decoction
$5.07 – $9.76Price range: $5.07 through $9.76
Description
Shi Di (Diospyros kaki) is the dried calyx of the persimmon fruit, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Shì Dì (柿蒂). Also called Persimmon Calyx or Shi Qian, this humble food herb has been prized for centuries as a qi-regulating, stomach-harmonizing botanical used in teas and decoctions. Its nature is bitter, astringent, and neutral, making it a gentle yet focused herb for descending rebellious qi and settling the middle burner.





Key Selling Points
- Traditional qi-regulating food herb
- Dried persimmon calyx (Shi Di)
- Diospyros kaki botanical source
- Suitable for tea and decoction
- New-crop, clean quality





Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully sun-dried to preserve its brownish-green color, leathery texture, and faint earthy aroma. When decocted, the calyces release a mild, slightly astringent infusion with a subtle woody note, blending well with other herbs without overpowering the brew.





Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Shi Di |
| Botanical Name | Diospyros kaki |
| Form | Dried Calyx |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |





Usage Scenarios
- Herbal tea blends
- Traditional decoctions
- Soup and congee ingredient
- Seasonal wellness brews
- Herbal pairing formulas





Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Shi Di is decocted into teas and soups to harmonize the stomach and descend qi. It is a common ingredient in traditional formulas paired with ginger, clove, and other warming herbs. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with tangerine peel and hawthorn for a light, mildly astringent infusion.




FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Shi Di?
A: Shi Di is the common Chinese name for the dried calyx of the persimmon fruit, Diospyros kaki. It is a traditional food herb used in teas and decoctions.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Shi Di?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Shi Di is associated with regulating qi, harmonizing the stomach, and descending rebellious qi. It is often used in teas and decoctions for daily digestive comfort.
Q: How do I use dried Shi Di?
A: Rinse the calyces and simmer them in water as a tea or decoction, or add them to soup and congee. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Green persimmon stem 0 5kg piece, Old persimmon base 0 5kg piece |
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