Dried Luo Han Guo Monk Fruit Whole Pods 30 Pack Large 53-58mm Guangxi Herbal Tea for Brewing

Dried Luo Han Guo, known in TCM as Luo Han Guo (罗汉果), from Siraitia grosvenorii, is the whole dried fruit of a gourd vine traditionally grown in Guangxi, China. In TCM theory it is considered sweet in flavor and cool in nature, traditionally associated with moistening the lungs and throat. Each fruit is individually wrapped for convenient storage and brewing. Steep one fruit or a piece in hot water as a naturally sweet herbal tea.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried monk fruit pods sourced from Guangxi, a region traditionally known for Luo Han Guo cultivation
• Large-grade fruit selected at approximately 53-58mm for a fuller, sweeter brew
• Each fruit is individually wrapped to help keep it clean, dry, and easy to store
• In TCM theory Luo Han Guo is sweet and cool, traditionally associated with moistening the lungs
• Suitable for daily herbal tea, soup seasoning, or shared household use

Quality & Sensory

Whole fruits typically show a round shape with a smooth, light brown to yellowish-brown shell and a dry, firm texture. The shell carries a subtle, faintly sweet aroma. When cracked and steeped in hot water, the brew is typically pale amber with a pronounced natural sweetness and a mild, clean aftertaste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep a cracked fruit or piece in hot water as a naturally sweet herbal tea
• Add to simmered soups or herbal decoctions for gentle sweetness
• Brew together with chrysanthemum or other dried botanicals in a teapot
• Keep on hand as a household pantry staple for seasonal warm drinks

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Luo Han Guo has long been prepared by cracking the dried fruit and steeping it in hot water as a sweet herbal tea, especially during dry seasons. It is also traditionally added to slow-cooked soups and cooling decoctions, often paired with chrysanthemum, pear, or other moistening botanicals. In TCM theory it is regarded as sweet and cool, traditionally associated with the lungs.

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