Premium Si Hua Qing Pi Dried Green Tangerine Peel 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Tea

Four-Flower Green Tangerine Peel, known in TCM as Si Hua Qing Pi (四花青皮), is the dried immature peel of Citrus reticulata. Traditionally valued for regulating qi, it is typically bitter and acrid with a warm nature entering the liver, gallbladder, and stomach channels. This sun-dried raw herb suits decoction, tea, and culinary use under professional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Si Hua Qing Pi green tangerine peel in traditional TCM grade
• Botanical source Citrus reticulata with immature peel carefully sun-dried
• Traditionally used to soothe liver qi and support digestive comfort
• Whole dried peel pieces suitable for decoction pieces and herbal tea
• Pre-packaged 500g dry herb with 12-month shelf life when stored frozen

Quality & Sensory

The peel pieces typically show a dark green to grayish-green outer surface with a pale inner layer and a firm, slightly leathery texture. The aroma is characteristically citrusy and pungent, and decocted liquid typically carries a bitter, aromatic taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal decoctions following a practitioner's guidance
• Steep a small piece as a warming citrus herbal tea
• Add to braised dishes and slow-cooked soups for aromatic depth
• Combine with other qi-regulating herbs in traditional formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Qing Pi is traditionally associated with soothing liver qi stagnation, easing chest and flank discomfort, and supporting healthy digestion. It is commonly paired with herbs such as Chai Hu and Xiang Fu in classical decoctions, or used in small amounts in seasonal teas and culinary broths.

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