Schisandra Berries Wu Wei Zi 500g Dried North Schisandra Whole Fruit for Herbal Tea and Decoction

Dried Schisandra Berries, known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子), from Schisandra chinensis. These whole dried fruits are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally valued for their five-flavor profile of sour, sweet, and pungent notes. In TCM theory, schisandra is considered warm and sour, traditionally associated with the lung, heart, and kidney channels. Suitable for teas, decoctions, and culinary herbal preparations.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Schisandra chinensis fruit sourced from Liaoning
• Known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子), a classic five-flavor berry
• Traditionally associated with lung, heart, and kidney channels in TCM theory
• Bagged 500g pack with 12-month shelf life when stored sealed
• Versatile for herbal teas, decoctions, congee, and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep red to dark reddish-brown berries with a wrinkled, slightly glossy surface and a firm, plump texture. The aroma is mildly sweet and fruity, and brewed schisandra typically yields a tart, complex taste with sour, sweet, and subtly pungent notes.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep a small handful in hot water as a daily herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions with other tonic herbs
• Add to congee or soups for traditional seasonal cooking
• Infuse into homemade syrups or fruit-style beverages

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Wu Wei Zi has long been used in decoctions and herbal teas, often paired with herbs such as goji berries or ginseng in tonic formulas. It was traditionally valued during seasonal transitions and included in folk preparations for daily wellness, sometimes simmered into congee or combined with honey-based preparations.

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