Whole Trichosanthes Fruit Gua Lou Quan Gua Lou Dried Chinese Herbal Fruit for Decoction 500g

Whole Trichosanthes Fruit, known in TCM as Gua Lou (瓜蒌), is the dried mature fruit of Trichosanthes kirilowii. This bulk lot consists of sun-dried whole fruits sold as an edible agricultural product. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with clearing heat and moistening dryness, and it is commonly used in classical decoctions. Store at room temperature in a dry place and consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Trichosanthes fruit supplied in bulk loose form
• Botanical source Trichosanthes kirilowii known in TCM as Gua Lou
• Traditionally used in TCM decoctions for heat-clearing and moistening formulas
• Sun-dried whole fruit with fruit peel and seeds intact
• Sold by weight as an edible agricultural product with 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Dried whole Trichosanthes fruits typically show a brownish-yellow to orange-brown outer surface with a firm, slightly wrinkled texture. The cut fruit typically reveals yellowish flesh with flat seeds. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a mild, faintly sweet herbal aroma.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Combined with other herbs in classical TCM formulas
• Used in seasonal herbal soup preparations by experienced cooks
• Brewed as a light herbal tea following practitioner guidance

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, whole Trichosanthes fruit is traditionally associated with clearing heat, resolving phlegm, and moistening the intestines. It appears in classical formulas such as Gua Lou Xie Bai Bai Jiu Tang, where it is traditionally paired with Xie Bai (Allium macrostemon) for chest discomfort patterns. It is typically cut or crushed and simmered in decoctions, and is also used in folk herbal soups during dry seasons.

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