Dried Litchi Seed Li Zhi He 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoctions and Herbal Blends

Dried Litchi Seed, known in TCM as Li Zhi He (荔枝核), from Litchi chinensis. These dried seeds are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient, traditionally associated with regulating qi and dispersing stagnation. In TCM theory they are considered warm in nature with a sweet and slightly bitter flavor, entering the liver and stomach channels. Traditionally used in decoctions and herbal formulas, this product is a raw botanical for traditional preparation and is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried Litchi Seed, a classic raw herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine
• Botanical source Litchi chinensis, known as Li Zhi He (荔枝核) in TCM
• Traditionally associated with regulating qi and dispersing stagnation in TCM theory
• Sun-dried whole seeds with a natural appearance, suitable for decoction use
• 500g bulk pack, ideal for herbal shops, kitchens, and traditional formulas

Quality & Sensory

Typically oval to oblong seeds with a reddish-brown to dark brown surface and a hard, dense texture. The aroma is mild and slightly starchy, and when decocted the seeds typically yield a light, subtly sweet and faintly bitter herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Add to herbal soup blends with other TCM ingredients
• Use in folk-style herbal teas after proper preparation
• Incorporate into seasonal wellness recipes in traditional practice

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Li Zhi He is traditionally used in decoctions and formulas, often paired with herbs such as Xiang Fu or Xiao Hui Xiang in classical patterns. It is traditionally associated with soothing the liver, regulating qi, and easing discomfort from stagnation. Commonly prepared by breaking or crushing the seeds before simmering, it appears in folk herbal cooking and seasonal wellness routines.

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