Shandong Dianthus Tea 500g Shi Zhu Cha Dried Herb Loose Leaves Fresh Tender Buds Traditional Herbal Infusion

Shandong Dianthus Tea, known in TCM as Shi Zhu Cha (石竹茶), is made from dried leaves and tender young buds of Dianthus chinensis, a flowering plant in the Caryophyllaceae family. Traditionally associated with clearing internal heat and promoting urination in TCM theory, this loose herbal tea is typically brewed as a light, refreshing daily infusion. Store refrigerated and enjoy as part of a balanced herbal wellness routine.

Key Selling Points

• Loose dried Dianthus chinensis leaves and tender young buds from Shandong
• Known in TCM as Shi Zhu Cha (石竹茶) with established traditional herbal value
• Traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting normal urination
• Dried processing preserves a fresh green color and delicate floral aroma
• Brews into a light golden-green infusion suitable for daily herbal tea drinking

Quality & Sensory

Typically bright green with slender, tender leaf and bud pieces. The dried herb carries a mild grassy-floral aroma, and the brewed tea typically tastes light, clean, and slightly sweet with a refreshing finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a standalone herbal infusion with hot water
• Blend with other mild herbs such as Dan Zhu Ye for a cooling summer tea
• Serve chilled as a refreshing seasonal iced herbal drink
• Offer as a light everyday tea alternative to caffeinated beverages

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Shi Zhu is classified as cold in nature and associated with the heart and small intestine channels. It has traditionally been used in simple decoctions or blended infusions, often paired with Dan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum) during warm seasons. Folk herbalists have long valued it as a gentle everyday tea for hot summer days.

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