Dried Quisqualis Fruit Shi Jun Zi Whole Herb 1kg Bag Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient

Dried Quisqualis Fruit, known in TCM as Shi Jun Zi (使君子), from Quisqualis indica, offered as whole dried fruits in their natural form. Traditionally associated with digestive wellness in Chinese herbal practice, this raw botanical is valued for its historical role in folk formulas. Store in a cool dry place and use as directed by a qualified herbal practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Quisqualis fruits in natural unprocessed form
• Botanical source Quisqualis indica with Chinese name Shi Jun Zi 使君子
• Traditionally used in Chinese folk herbal practice for digestive support
• Sourced from Guangxi origin as a raw edible agricultural product
• Supplied in a 1kg bag suitable for herbal shops and decoction preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically dark brown to blackish with a hard outer shell and elongated oval shape, the dried fruits have a firm texture and a mild earthy aroma. When decocted, they typically yield a slightly nutty and faintly sweet herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Prepared as a traditional herbal decoction
• Used in folk herbal formulas under practitioner guidance
• Incorporated into seasonal herbal soup preparations
• Suitable for herbal shop stock and bulk supply

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Shi Jun Zi is traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels and has long been used in folk practice for digestive concerns, particularly in children's herbal formulas. It is typically prepared by decoction or lightly stir-fried before use, and is often paired with other digestive herbs such as betel nut or white atractylodes in classical combinations.

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