Dried Schisandra Berry Wu Wei Zi 500g Wild Grown Unsulfured Whole Berries for Tea and Decoction

Dried Schisandra Berry, known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子), from Schisandra chinensis, is a whole dried fruit harvested in the Changbai Mountain region. In TCM theory it is sour and sweet in flavor, warm in nature, and traditionally associated with the Lung, Heart, and Kidney channels. It is commonly used in decoctions, teas, and soups as a traditional herbal ingredient.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Schisandra chinensis fruit from Changbai Mountain wild-grown sources
• Known in TCM as Wu Wei Zi (五味子), a classic five-flavor berry
• Unsulfured dried fruit with no sulfur fumigation
• Large plump berries suitable for tea, decoction, and soup
• Vacuum-packed to help preserve freshness and aroma

Quality & Sensory

The berries are typically deep red to dark purple, plump, and slightly wrinkled with a firm texture. They have a mild fruity aroma and a distinctly sour, slightly sweet, and mildly bitter taste when brewed or decocted.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal tea or infusion
• Traditional decoction
• Added to soups or congee
• Seasonal tonic food use

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Wu Wei Zi is traditionally used in decoctions and teas, often paired with herbs such as wolfberry or jujube. It is also added to soups and congee for its sour, sweet flavor. Traditional preparations typically involve simmering the berries in water or steeping them in hot water.

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