White Tribulus Fruit 500g Bai Ji Li Dried Caltrop Seeds Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Tea

White Tribulus Fruit, known in TCM as Bai Ji Li (白蒺藜) or Ci Ji Li (刺蒺藜), is the dried fruit of Tribulus terrestris. These whole spiny fruits are naturally sun-dried and traditionally valued for their pungent-bitter nature and association with the liver channel. In TCM theory they are traditionally used to soothe the liver and brighten the eyes. Suitable for decoction, tea blends, or grinding into powder under professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Dried whole Tribulus terrestris fruits with characteristic hard spiny texture
• Known in TCM as Bai Ji Li 白蒺藜 or Ci Ji Li 刺蒺藜
• Naturally sun-dried with no further processing
• Traditionally associated with soothing the liver and benefiting the eyes
• 500g bulk pack suitable for decoction, tea, or powder preparation

Quality & Sensory

Typically grayish-green to yellowish-brown hard fruits with five sharp spines and a firm, dry texture. The aroma is typically mild and grassy, and decocted liquid usually carries a slightly bitter, pungent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal decoctions
• Brewed as a component of herbal tea blends
• Ground into powder for traditional formulas
• Combined with other liver-associated herbs in TCM practice

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Bai Ji Li is traditionally associated with the liver channel and is used in classical formulas aimed at soothing liver qi, calming wind, and brightening the eyes. It is commonly decocted with herbs such as Chrysanthemum or Goji berry in traditional eye-supporting blends. The fruit may also be stir-fried before use in some traditional preparations.

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