Dried Lychee Seed Li Zhi He 500g Raw Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Blends

Dried Lychee Seed, known in TCM as Li Zhi He (荔枝核), from Litchi chinensis, the dried seed of the lychee fruit. Sourced from Guangxi and supplied in whole natural form. In TCM theory it is warm in nature with acrid and slightly bitter flavor, traditionally associated with the liver and stomach channels. Traditionally used in decoctions and herbal formulas. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried lychee seeds in natural unprocessed form
• Known in TCM as Li Zhi He (荔枝核) from Litchi chinensis
• Sourced from Guangxi, a recognized lychee growing region
• Traditionally used in TCM decoctions and herbal formulas
• 500g resealable bag with 24 month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Seeds are typically oval, hard, and reddish brown to dark brown with a smooth surface. They have a faint characteristic aroma and a slightly astringent, acrid taste when decocted.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions
• Add to traditional soup and tonic formulas
• Combine with other herbs in TCM prescriptions
• Use in seasonal herbal preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Li Zhi He is traditionally used to move qi and disperse stagnation, and it commonly appears in formulas for liver and stomach channel concerns. It is often decocted with herbs such as Cyperus or fennel in classical pairings. Typical preparation involves breaking or crushing the seeds and simmering them in decoctions.

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