Dried Tangerine Peel Pith Ju Luo 500g Traditional Herbal Tea Material for Decoction and Daily Brews

Dried Tangerine Peel Pith, known in TCM as Ju Luo (橘络), is the fine white vascular strands from Citrus reticulata fruit. Traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice, it is considered to have a bitter-sweet flavor and a neutral nature, with traditional associations with the lung and liver channels. This sun-dried bulk herb is suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and culinary preparations. It is a food-grade agricultural product and is not intended to replace medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Ju Luo (橘络) sourced from the inner peel strands of Citrus reticulata
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural fiber structure and mild citrus aroma
• Traditionally used in TCM for its gentle bitter-sweet flavor and neutral nature
• Bulk 500g pack suitable for decoctions, teas, and long-term herbal storage
• Versatile ingredient for daily herbal tea blends and traditional soup recipes

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellowish-white to light orange in color, with a fine, thread-like, slightly fibrous texture. The aroma is mildly citrusy and fresh. When brewed or decocted, it typically yields a light, subtly sweet and faintly bitter infusion with a soft citrus note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a light herbal tea, alone or blended with other citrus peel herbs
• Add to traditional decoctions prepared with dried tangerine peel or other herbs
• Simmer in soups or congee for a subtle citrus-herbal note
• Use in seasonal culinary recipes where traditional citrus pith is called for

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese herbal practice, Ju Luo has long been included in decoctions and daily teas, often paired with Chen Pi (dried tangerine peel) in classical-style preparations. It is traditionally associated with supporting the body's natural flow of qi in the lung and chest region according to TCM theory. Folk use also includes simmering it in congee or seasonal wellness drinks, particularly during dry or transitional seasons.

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