Green Tangerine Peel Qing Pi 四花青皮 Dried Citrus Peel for Tea and Decoction 500g

Green Tangerine Peel, known in TCM as Qing Pi (青皮), is the dried young peel of Citrus reticulata, offered here as naturally sun-dried whole peel pieces. In TCM theory it is acrid and bitter with a warm nature and is traditionally associated with the liver and stomach channels. Traditionally used in decoctions and herbal blends, it is a versatile pantry botanical for daily wellness use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Qing Pi dried green tangerine peel from China
• Botanical source Citrus reticulata, young unripe peel
• Naturally sun-dried with no added processing aids
• Traditional TCM herb valued in liver and stomach channel formulas
• Suitable for decoctions, teas, and culinary herbal blends

Quality & Sensory

Typically dark green to grayish-green in color with a firm, slightly brittle texture. The aroma is characteristically citrusy and pungent, and when decocted it typically yields a bitter, acrid, and aromatic taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Brew as a single-herb tea or blend with other citrus peels
• Add to soups and braised dishes for citrus aroma
• Incorporate into seasonal herbal formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Qing Pi is traditionally used to soothe liver qi stagnation and support digestive comfort, often paired with herbs such as Chen Pi, Xiang Fu, or Chai Hu in classic decoctions. It is commonly simmered briefly to release its aromatic oils and is traditionally favored in formulas addressing chest and rib-side tightness.

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