Dried Akebia Fruit Slices Ba Yue Zha 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Decoction Pieces

Dried Akebia Fruit Slices, known in TCM as Ba Yue Zha (八月札), from Akebia trifoliata, the dried fruit of the Akebia plant. Traditionally associated in TCM theory with soothing the liver and regulating qi, this sliced botanical is commonly used in decoctions and herbal formulas. Store in a cool, dry place and use under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional Chinese Medicine fruit slices known as Ba Yue Zha (八月札)
• Botanical source Akebia trifoliata, dried and cut for convenient preparation
• Traditionally associated with soothing liver qi in TCM practice
• Sliced form suitable for decoctions, soups, and herbal blends
• Sold as a dried edible agricultural product in a 500g pack

Quality & Sensory

Typically light brown to grayish-brown slices with a firm, fibrous texture and a mild, earthy aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically carries a subtle, slightly sweet and astringent herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to slow-cooked herbal soups
• Blended with other TCM botanicals in formulas
• Used in seasonal wellness preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Ba Yue Zha is traditionally associated with soothing the liver, regulating qi, and supporting comfortable digestion. It has historically been prepared by decoction, often combined with herbs such as Chai Hu or Xiang Fu in classical qi-regulating formulas. Folk practice also uses it in seasonal herbal soups and wellness teas.

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