Chuan Lian Zi Dried Sichuan Chinaberry Fruit 500g Wild-Harvested TCM Herb for Decoction

Chuan Lian Zi (川楝子), the dried fruit of Toosendan fructus from Melia toosendan, is a classic TCM botanical also known as Jin Ling Zi (金铃子) or Ku Lian Zi (苦楝子). In TCM theory it is bitter in flavor and cold in nature, traditionally associated with the Liver, Stomach, and Small Intestine channels. These whole dried fruits are supplied as a raw herb for decoction and external preparations, to be used under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Chuan Lian Zi (川楝子) dried whole fruits, a recognized TCM materia medica item
• Botanical source Melia toosendan, traditionally distinguished from common chinaberry Ku Lian Zi
• Wild-harvested Yunnan material, dried and sorted as whole decoction-grade fruit
• Traditionally associated with soothing Liver qi and regulating qi in classical formulas
• Suitable for decoction pieces, external washes, and herbal study collections

Quality & Sensory

Typically golden-yellow to brownish spherical fruits with a wrinkled surface and firm texture. The aroma is mildly characteristic and slightly bitter; decocted liquid traditionally carries a bitter, faintly astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal decoctions following practitioner guidance
• Included in classical formula study and herbal collections
• Used in traditional external washes or compresses
• Stored as a pantry botanical for seasonal herbal preparation

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Chuan Lian Zi is traditionally used to move qi and soothe the Liver, appearing in classical pairings such as Jin Ling Zi San with Yan Hu Suo. It is traditionally associated with distending discomfort in the chest, hypochondrium, and abdomen, and with topical use for ringworm in folk practice. Decoction is the most common preparation; the fruit is typically broken or crushed before simmering.

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