Dried Schisandra Berry 150g Bottle Wu Wei Zi Changbai Mountain Herbal Fruit for Tea and Soup

Dried Schisandra Berry, known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子), from Schisandra chinensis. These whole dried berries are sourced from Changbai Mountain in Jilin and packed in a 150g bottle. In TCM theory, Schisandra is considered sour and warm, traditionally associated with the Lung, Heart, and Kidney channels. It is commonly used in teas, decoctions, and soups as a traditional herbal ingredient.

Key Selling Points

• Identified in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子), the dried fruit of Schisandra chinensis
• Sourced from Changbai Mountain region in Jilin, China
• Whole dried berries in a resealable 150g bottle
• Traditionally used in herbal teas, decoctions, and soups
• In TCM theory, associated with the Lung, Heart, and Kidney channels

Quality & Sensory

The dried berries are typically deep red to dark purple with a wrinkled surface and a firm, slightly leathery texture. They have a mild, fruity aroma. When brewed or decocted, the liquid is typically tart and slightly sweet with a distinctive sour note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed as a standalone herbal tea
• Added to decoctions with other herbs
• Simmered in soups or broths
• Used in traditional congee recipes
• Soaked in liquor for traditional infused preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Wu Wei Zi is traditionally used in decoctions and teas, often paired with herbs such as Ren Shen (ginseng) or Mai Dong (ophiopogon). It is also commonly added to soups and congee. Traditional folk practice includes infusing the dried berries in liquor. It is valued for its sour flavor and warming nature in seasonal herbal preparations.

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