Dried Gui Zhi Cinnamon Twig 500g Natural Sun Dried Herbal Spice for Tea and Soup

Dried Gui Zhi (桂枝) cinnamon twig, from Cinnamomum cassia, is a classic TCM herb sold as natural sun-dried twig pieces. In TCM theory it is warm and pungent, associated with the Lung, Heart, and Bladder channels, and traditionally used to support the release of exterior wind-cold. It is commonly added to teas, soups, and decoctions for warming, aromatic flavor.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Gui Zhi (桂枝), the dried twig of Cinnamomum cassia
• Natural sun-dried processing preserves the twig's aromatic character
• Warm and pungent in TCM theory, associated with Lung Heart and Bladder channels
• Versatile herb for teas, soups, and traditional decoctions
• 500g net weight of dried twig pieces from Anhui origin

Quality & Sensory

The twigs are typically light brown to reddish-brown with a dry, woody texture and a sweet, warm, spicy aroma. When brewed or decocted, the liquid is typically fragrant with a mildly sweet and pungent taste. Actual batch color and aroma may vary slightly with natural harvest and drying.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed as a warming herbal tea
• Added to traditional soups and broths
• Used in herbal decoctions
• Simmered in congee for aromatic flavor
• Used as a culinary spice in seasonal cooking

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Gui Zhi is traditionally used to release the exterior and warm the channels. It is commonly prepared in decoctions, sometimes paired with Bai Shao or Sheng Jiang, and added to soups and congee for its warming aromatic quality. Folk practice often uses it in cold-season teas and nourishing broths.

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